Working with Boards of Trustees in Today’s Environment
This event is open to the public.
Understanding the role of the Board of Trustees is critical to the successful leadership of university executive leaders. In a time where Boards are being forced to become more visible and public-facing, due in no small part to increasing political incursions into the academy, more people are becoming aware of Boards and questioning how they function. This webinar will consider the Board’s responsibilities in oversight and strategy as part of its broader duties as fiduciaries. How can academic leaders foster a culture of collaboration between leadership and Boards while managing institutional challenges and power dynamics? What is the role of trustees in championing inclusive excellence? Where is the line between the role of Boards and the role of leadership in the governance and management of universities? When should Boards speak publicly and who speaks for them?