It could be insignificant, but it's probably quite meaningful that the Big 12's biggest advocate for expansion (and a conference TV network) is now the chair of its Board of Directors.
Kansas State president Kirk Schulz's move to Washington State to hold the same post may have implications for conference realignment since Schulz was the chair of the Big 12 Board of Directors. According to multiple reports, Oklahoma president David Boren will be filling his vacant seat.
This should come as good news to UConn fans, or fans of any school outside of the "power five" cartel, as Boren has been the most outspoken advocate for Big 12 expansion among its leadership.