When the University's Board of Trustees met on Aug. 8, Provost Mike Sherman updated them on the progress of the University's new "Inclusive Pathways" model for admissions.

Reiterating the importance of providing each student a pathway into the University, Sherman noted the percentage of incoming college-ready students is up to an estimated 58 percent, from 53 percent last year. In addition, the percentage of preparatory students is expected to be 11 percent this year, down from 15 percent last year. 

Read more about the Aug. 8 Board of Trustees meeting.