Dr. C. Richard Beckett, Board Chairman

The University continues to expand and further strengthen academic and student programs. The number of full-time faculty has increased from 160 in 2005 to 195 in 2009.

Enrollment in science-based programs continues to increase. The first doctor of pharmacy degrees will be awarded in 2010 and the first doctor of physical therapy degrees will be awarded in 2011. The Physician Assistant Program will move to the master’s level beginning in the Fall of 2009.

The new animal science facility on the property adjacent to the Western Equestrian Farm, six miles south of Findlay has been completed and is being used.

A balanced budget is projected for the current fiscal year, which ends June 30, 2009.

Construction planned for the summer includes $2 million of maintenance and renovation projects on campus, including air conditioning of two major residence halls.

Men’s basketball and western equestrian teams won national championships in their areas.

The above information and actions were part of a meeting of The University of Findlay Board of Trustees on April 30 and May 1. Thirty-six regular trustees and four special trustees attended the meeting.

“We had a good meeting,” Board Chairman C. Richard Beckett said. “Trustees are pleased with the progress and direction of the University. We are systematically strengthening the academic, teaching and student programs, while improving finances. The University is adding exciting new educational features which will serve well long into the future.”