Board Roles & Responsibilities

May 20, 2020 - During these increasingly difficult times, governing boards are being called upon to assume new and groundbreaking roles. They are now being challenged to move beyond the traditional roles of oversight and …

As competition for students increases due to changing demographics of the traditional college-age population, some colleges and universities have closed, merged, or affiliated with other institutions. Boards of trustees that find their higher education institutions in a financial position that …

April 7, 2020 - Board Accountability As fiduciaries, the members of a governing board hold ultimate legal responsibility for the vitality of their institution or system and for its services rendered—but accountability is different from responsibility. …

This biennial publication frames the most pressing challenges currently facing colleges and universities—those that influence how each institution operates and that demand the board’s strategic oversight and vision. The ability of a governing board to deal effectively with the following …

Governing board members need a firm grasp of the environmental factors shaping enrollment strategies and goals since these factors serve as constraints on any institution’s ability to meet enrollment and tuition revenue targets. These factors include such things as: Technological and …

The first edition of this AGB best-seller made the case that board members must collaborate effectively with institutional leaders to assess and manage an array of operational and strategic risks. The new edition from United Educators CEO Janice Abraham and …

It should come as no surprise to trustees that boards have come under increased pressure in recent years to be more purposeful in the how they govern, specifically when it comes to mission and overall governance. There are several possible …

As higher education faces ever-changing challenges today reflecting news headlines such as opioids, sexual misconduct on campus, undue political influence, workforce preparation, college closures, and enrollment declines, overseeing risks has become an increased priority for governing boards seeking to drive …

In a blog post last week AGB explored the need for a thoughtful, deliberate, merit-based selection process for public board members. It’s clear that a diverse, capable board, working in partnership with an effective president/chancellor and administration, are essential components …

Higher education board members bring a broad range of expertise and perspectives to their institutions as well as the higher education enterprise. Since trustees are ultimately accountable for addressing the opportunities and challenges facing their institutions, it is important to …