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Board of Trustees

The members of the Board of Trustees have many roles supporting the University.

Their roles include:

  • Directing the president who, in turn, manages the University.
  • Providing vital policy leadership and oversight in critical areas.
  • Evaluating the extent to which the Central Administration effectively supports the faculty and students in their pursuits.
  • Overseeing the University's financial performance.
  • Actively participating in academic planning.
  • Donating to and oversight of the advancement function which seeks funds to support the University.
  • Long-range planning.
  • And, helping to define the philosophy of the University.