Fall semester plans at Blinn College were approved by the board of trustees at Tuesday's meeting.

That's after seven administrators combined for a 90 minute presentation.

Most Blinn students will be taking fall classes that lasts four, eight, or 12 weeks. Vice chancellor of academic affairs Marcelo Bussiki detailed how only 20 to 25 percent of fall classes will last the entire 16 week semester.

Vice chancellor of student services Karen Buck reported Texas A&M has referred fewer students to Blinn. Buck also said compared to last year, enrollment is up for Blinn's May minimester and first summer session classes, noting summer session classes this year are all online instead of in-person.

Assistant vice chancellor of human resources Marie Kirby announced there will be a flexible hiring freeze that will continue through the next budget year.

Trustees were also told that subject to future health conditions, Blinn starts a phased return to opening offices on June 15th. Phase two is scheduled for July 20th, and phase three on August 17th.

More information is online at blinn.edu