Utah Administrative Code Topic - Utech Board of Trustees
The "UTech Board of Trustees" refers to the Utah System of Technical Colleges Board of Trustees. This board is a crucial governing body within Utah's higher education system, specifically for the state's technical colleges.
While you might not find a single, large "Title XXX - UTech Board of Trustees" in the Utah Administrative Code, their regulations are primarily found under R945 - UTech Board of Trustees, Administration.
Here's a breakdown of the types of regulations and responsibilities you would find associated with the UTech Board of Trustees, derived from both the Utah Administrative Code (specifically R945) and the Utah Code (primarily Title 53B, which governs higher education):
Key Functions and Responsibilities (as reflected in R945 and Utah Code):
Governance of the Utah System of Technical Colleges (UTech): The Board of Trustees provides oversight and sets policies for the entire UTech system, which includes several technical colleges across the state (e.g., Bridgerland Technical College, Ogden-Weber Technical College).
System-Wide Policy Approval:
Institutional Policy Review (R945-2): This rule establishes a procedure for students to submit complaints to the Board of Trustees if they believe an institutional policy (of a technical college) directly affects their civil liberties. It also indicates the board's role in reviewing and approving institutional policies.
Tuition and Fees: The Board approves tuition rates for postsecondary students at UTech colleges and may approve differential tuition rates for specific courses or programs. (Referenced in UTech policy documents, which are subject to Board approval).
Student Enrollment and Outcome Reporting: The Board approves policies related to student data collection and reporting for the UTech system.
Auditing and Review: The Board establishes policies for audits and reviews of college and system policies, finances, data, operations, and processes, often through an Audit Committee.
Strategic Direction and Oversight:
Manages and conducts the business and affairs of the technical college system.
Determines all questions of system policy.
Exercises all powers and performs all functions necessary for the efficient administration and operation of the technical colleges.
Fiscal Oversight:
Approves budgets and oversees financial reports for the technical colleges.
Ensures compliance with financial regulations.
Approves debt policy to meet the needs and objectives of the system.
Personnel Matters:
Approves the appointment of college presidents (in conjunction with the Utah Board of Higher Education).
Oversees the exercise of delegated powers by college presidents.
Accreditation and Standards: Ensures that the technical colleges maintain accreditation and meet educational standards.
Communication and Outreach: Acts on behalf of the system to facilitate communication with the community and assist in fundraising and development projects.
Degree and Diploma Approval: Approves all candidates for earned degrees and diplomas authorized by law and conferred by the technical colleges.
Bylaws: Enacts bylaws for its own governance.
Composition of the Board:
The UTech Board of Trustees' composition is specifically outlined in Utah Code §53B-2a-103 and 53B-2a-104. It includes members appointed by the Governor with Senate consent, and often includes representatives from business and industry, as well as the educational community.
In summary, while "Title 102" is not an active title related to the UTech Board of Trustees, the rules governing their administrative functions and oversight of the Utah System of Technical Colleges are found under R945 and are further elaborated in the relevant sections of the Utah Code (primarily Title 53B) and Board-approved policies.
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