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<p class="MsoNormal">Please see important correspondence shared with your President regarding the FY2024 Budget Need Request. Thank you.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>From:</b> Smith, Kylie <br>
<b>Sent:</b> Thursday, October 27, 2022 1:15 PM<br>
<b>To:</b> Presidents <pres@osrhe.edu><br>
<b>Cc:</b> Garrett, Allison <agarrett@osrhe.edu>; Senior Cabinet <seniorcabinet@osrhe.edu>; Hamlin, Payton <phamlin@osrhe.edu>; Jackson, Janet <jjackson@osrhe.edu>; Winge, Amanda <awinge@osrhe.edu>; Alyssa Cravens <acravens@rsu.edu>; Amy Cobb <amy.cobb@wosc.edu>;
Brenda Weber <bweber@cameron.edu>; Briana Wohl <Briana.wohl@swosu.edu>; Calandra Rose <crose@opsu.edu>; Calleigh Meyer <calleigh.meyer@okstate.edu>; Candace Raney <craney@eosc.edu>; Carrie Bateson <carrie.bateson@tulsacc.edu>; Claudette Butcher <claudette.butcher@okstate.edu>;
Cortney Smith <clsmith@carlalbert.edu>; Derotha Rivenbark <derotha.rivenbark@connorsstate.edu>; Carroll, Diane <dcarroll@usao.edu>; Elaine Preston <ecpreston@langston.edu>; Janice Stallworth <janice.d.stallworth@occc.edu>; Jessica Baker <jbaker@mscok.edu>;
Joanna Owens <jlowens@ecok.edu>; Jodie Randels <jlrandels@nwosu.edu>; Kathy Carrington <kcarrington1@uco.edu>; Kendra Cummins <Kendra.cummins@neo.edu>; King, Garrett <garrett.king@swosu.edu>; Mary Smith <mary.g.smith@okstate.edu>; Mechell Downey <m.downey@sscok.edu>;
Melissa Wadley <melissa.wadley@okstate.edu>; Nutter, Michelle <mnutter@rose.edu>; Northern Oklahoma College (Denise.Bay@noc.edu) <Denise.Bay@noc.edu>; Paige Landreth <paige.n.landreth@okstate.edu>; Hutchins, Robin <hutchinr@nsuok.edu>; Taylor Austin <tjaustin@ou.edu>;
Terri Rogers <trogers@se.edu><br>
<b>Subject:</b> FY24 System-Wide Budget Request and 2023 Legislative Agenda<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a name="_Hlk35340514">Good afternoon Presidents, <o:p></o:p></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">At their meeting this morning, the State Regents voted to request $986 million in state funding for FY24, which reflects an increase of $105.1 million or 11.9% over the FY23 adjusted appropriation
of $880.9 million. Key components of the FY24 budget request include:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:11.5pt">$23 million to fund the Oklahoma National Guard Educational Assistance Program, the Oklahoma Future
Teacher Scholarship and Employment Incentive Program (“Inspired to Teach”), and the Concurrent Enrollment Tuition Waiver program.</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoListParagraph"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:11.5pt">$26.3 million for critical workforce development initiatives, including funds to expand nursing education
program and medical residency capacity to address the state’s shortage of Registered Nurses and physicians; support institutional efforts to increase enrollment and graduation in STEM disciplines; and continue providing scholarships for adult students nearing
completion of a college degree or pursuing an industry-recognized micro-credential or certificate.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:11.5pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:11.5pt">$49.3 million to fund performance-based institutional allocations to address operational support needs;
strengthen college access and academic success services for students; fund strategic collaborations, shared services, and educational resources that drive long-term efficiencies across the state system; and continue investments in data analytics, digital transformation,
and cybersecurity.</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoListParagraph"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">$6.5 million for capital projects to improve campus safety and security and to assist with demolition costs of razing buildings deemed no longer
viable or safe for public use. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">Additionally, the State Regents voted to approve higher education’s 2023 Legislative Agenda, which includes the following priorities:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><b>Workforce development incentive programs.
</b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">Higher education continues to build strong connections between academic programs and high-growth, high-demand occupations and industries, including micro-credentials to equip learners to fill critical workforce
needs. STEM bachelor’s degree production has increased 47% over the last 10 years, and has increased 29% at all degree levels. Our public colleges and universities will create more pathways to degree completion in key fields, including engineering, nursing
and computer science. Collaborating with the CareerTech system, state system institutions will work to better align the nursing student corridor from Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to Registered Nurse (RN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><b>Strategic planning. </b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">The State Regents are completing a comprehensive strategic planning process for the state system of higher education. The State Regents will engage
the Legislature to advance recommendations to strengthen the student pipeline, enhance student success, expand workforce development and streamline system operations.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><b>Expand the teacher education pipeline.
</b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">The Oklahoma Future Teacher Scholarship and Employment Incentive Program ("Inspired to Teach"), approved during the 2022 legislative session, is designed to draw high-quality, effective educators for our public
schools through scholarship funds and targeted incentives to help our state meet the critical need for more teachers. The State Regents propose statutory revisions for program administration, including establishing a pathway for home school graduates to enroll
in accredited teacher education programs.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><b>Concurrent Enrollment Task Force. </b>
</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">The concurrent enrollment program strengthens student preparation, reduces family college costs and decreases the time required to complete a degree. The State Regents will work in partnership with the Concurrent
Enrollment Task Force to advance recommendations focused on access to concurrent enrollment, concurrent course options, and additional investment in the program.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-autospace:none"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><b>Universal FAFSA Completion. </b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">States across the country have reported increases in student enrollment when Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion
is required. The State Regents recommend universal FAFSA completion for Oklahoma high school seniors with a waiver option to address student needs, when warranted.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-autospace:none"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><b>Oklahoma’s Promise. </b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">The Oklahoma’s Promise scholarship program has been named by the Southern Regional Education Board as a top promise scholarship program in the
nation. The State Regents’ goals for the 2023 legislative session include streamlining high school course requirements for scholarship eligibility; an adjustable income limit to increase flexibility for eligible students and families; and an appeal process
to assist students facing unique circumstances.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">I’ve attached copies of both agenda items for your reference as well as the corresponding handouts. Please let me know if you have any questions.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">Thank you.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">Kylie<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514"><b>Kylie Smith<o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">Vice Chancellor for Administration<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35340514">Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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