Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education

2023 Postsecondary Education Trusteeship Conference

The 2023 Postsecondary Education Trusteeship was held as a webinar series.  The four-part series featured a strong line-up of national thought leaders, higher education experts, and state legislative leaders who provided valuable insights and prepare Kentucky’s board members to excel in their roles. 

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Nov. 2, 2023

Jamie Merisotis, President and CEO of the Lumina Foundation, spoke on the national landscape and outlook of higher education and discussed how board members can think bigger and position their institution for the future. 

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Nov. 16, 2023

Dr. Carol Cartwright, President Emeritus of Bowling Green State University and Senior Fellow at Association of Governing Boards (AGB), focused on the essential foundations of successful trustees with specific highlights on fiduciary duties and oversight. 

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Nov. 30, 2023

In a session moderated by CPE Chair Madison Silvert, Dr. Belle Wheelan, President of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and former Virginia Secretary of Education, discussed the principles of accreditation and the board's role, responsibilities, and expectations to ensure campus programs are designed for student success.

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Dec. 14, 2023

In a session moderated by CPE President Dr. Aaron Thompson, a panel of legislators discussed the future of higher education through the legislative lens as well as what may be coming up in the 2024 session. Legislators on the panel included Represenative James Tipton, Senator Matthew Deneen, and Senator Gerald Neal

Webinar Replay

Questions? Contact Heather Faesy.

Last Updated: 1/29/2024