Trine University

“Mike axel is considered not independent due to a business transaction.”

“JIM FABIANI AND ELIZABETH ROONEY - Family relationship, LARRY REINERS AND DEREK REINERS - Family relationship, KEITH BUSSE AND THERESA WAGLER - Business relationship”

“An independent cpa firm and the audit committee will perform a review of the form 990. After their approval, the form 990 is posted on trine university's board web site. An email is also sent informing the board of the availability of the form 990. After this, the form and related schedules are submitted to the irs.”

“Trine university distributes an annual conflict of interest questionnaire to all officers, directors, trustees, and key employees. These parties are requested to complete the questionnaire. Any conflicts are brought to the board's attention and any conflicts are resolved at the board level. Any individuals with known conflicts are asked to recuse themselves from discussions relating to such conflict.”

“The chief financial officer does a comparability study with similar organizations, compiling the information to supply to the executive compensation committee. The committee meets annually to analyze the president's goals and objectives set forth and achieved, review compensation, and determine compensation based on the analysis and comparability study information provided. Compensation is approved by the full board. The last compensation review was performed in 2024. In addition, a compensation study is obtained from a third party every 5 years.”

“No documents are available to the public.”

“1350 students signed an athletic participation form in the trine athletic department in fiscal year 2025. The male and female population chose from 37 teams. The staff included 31 head coaches, athletic trainers, 2 sports information directors, 1 athletic director, 3 assistant athletic directors, 1 administrative assistant, and 60 assistants. The goal for the athletic department is to meet or exceed those set forth by the national collegiate athletic association division iii and the michigan intercollegiate athletic conference. The mission of this department is to provide individuals with a successful program of study along with the enjoyment of college athletics, leading to a successful post-graduation life. The athletic department is committed to providing year-round guidance, activities, and services to its athletes and the community. Facilities are available and in constant use by the school population and the surrounding community. Short-term and long-term goals focus on providing all individuals with programs and appropriate support to enhance their potential for individual success.”

“The mission of the college of graduate and professional studies (cgps) at trine university is to focus on continuous improvement while providing a diverse population of learners a high-quality online education, where they will receive personalized support, preparing them to succeed in the organizations and communities they lead and serve. In the 2025 fiscal year, cgps served over 12,000 students, including international and domestic degree-seeking students, consortium students, as well as traditional and dual enrollment students in online classes. Cgps offers a comprehensive selection of certificate and undergraduate programs in disciplines such as business administration, criminal justice, psychology, engineering, technology, healthcare, leadership, and general studies. Additionally, cgps provides various master's degrees in business administration, business analytics, criminal justice, engineering management, information studies, and leadership. For those aspiring to further their academic pursuits, cgps also offers a doctoral program in information technology.”

“The allen school of engineering and computing served 870 students in the 2024/2025 academic year. The school's mission is to promote the application of science and technology by preparing graduates for the practice of engineering, engineering technology, and computing at the professional level. To attain its vision, the school focuses on producing engineers, computer scientists, and technologists who have a broad education; see themselves as global citizens; have the potential for leadership in business and public service; and have a strong ethical foundation. The school offers bachelor of science in engineering degrees in biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical, mechatronics and robotics, and software engineering, plus bachelor's degrees in computer and information technology, computer science, cybersecurity, design engineering technology, and extended reality. Students can minor in aeronautical, biomechanical, bioprocess, energy, environmental, metallurgical, plastics, software, and structural engineering, as well as in cybersecurity, data science, game design & esports, and robotics.”

“Trine university promotes intellectual and personal development through professionally focused learning opportunities, preparing graduates to succeed, lead, and serve. To achieve this mission, trine undergraduate and graduate students receive personal attention through small classes and excellent teaching.”

“(Expenses $ 6,269,259 including grants of $) See Schedule O”

“Split interest agreements - 7319; interest in steuben county community foundation - 36461; derivative contract - -792097;”