Books

This bundle, designed specifically for foundation board members, contains four resources that cover key topics. Perfect for orientations or for the board member that wants a refresher on issues in foundations today. Institutionally Related Foundation Boards: An Introductory Guide for Board Members The …

The success of higher education institutions depends on presidential leadership, and one of the governing boards’ most important duties is hiring dynamic presidents. The Presidential Search Bundle includes four resources to guide your board in the process of selecting a …

This bundle, designed specifically for trustees and regents at public institutions, contains five resources that cover a variety of key topics for trustees, including the bestselling Principles of Trusteeship.  Perfect for orientations or for the board member that wants a …

Within a board’s governance structure, the executive committee can be uniquely influential. As the only committee vested with the possibility of almost complete fiduciary authority, the executive committee has the potential to affect the overall performance of the board—adding value …

Fundraising has become an essential component of institutions' financial viability, particularly as government support shrinks. Institutional reputations and relations with constituents can be badly damaged by ineffective, clumsily implemented, or unethical fundraising practices. Because such missteps can have a profound …

Facilities committees help shape the physical character of their institutions by ensuring that their campuses are functional, attractive, and well-maintained. Committee members tackle the challenging work of helping to update the campus master plan and developing harmonious relationships between buildings, …

In the face of rising costs and a prolonged economic downturn, public colleges and universities are being challenged to increase their sources of private support and philanthropy. Drawing on the findings of an AGB survey of public college- and university-affiliated …

College and university boards are charged with governance responsibility to ensure that students receive a high-quality education from a well-managed institution that fulfills its mission and actively pursues its vision. The student affairs committee places current and future students squarely …

The audit committee serves as the guardian of an institution's most valuable asset: its reputation. As colleges and universities have become subject to intense scrutiny, the result is a new institutional focus on accountability, transparency, and enterprise risk management, as …

In a time of transformation in higher education, Leading Change: How Boards and Presidents Build Exceptional Institutions fills a void in leadership literature and focuses on the changing level of board engagement. This book examines 18 institutions, across the spectrum …