The Board requested additional time to study this issue so a decision at the next Board meeting could be made. The amount designated for special projects was known prior to the start of the current academic year. Funding for special projects was suspended in 1995-96 due to insufficient funds. Funding for special projects was restored in 1998-99 when HEAB determined that sufficient funds were available to again consider these projects.
Special projects are tuition reimbursement programs for part-time nontraditional Indian students.
The programs are designed to meet the unique educational needs of the Indian communities. A designated portion of the Indian Student Assistance allocation was set aside annually for these projects. Special project funding was suspended when need increased for full-time students. It was understood this funding would be reinstated if funds became available. Special Project funds were spent in 1998-99.