The University System of New Hampshire is directed by a twenty-seven member Board of Trustees comprised of the Governor of the State, eleven Governor-appointees, six members elected by alumni, two members elected by students, the Commissioner of Education, the Commissioner of Agriculture, the presidents of the System's colleges and universities, and the Chancellor. The Chancellor is the chief executive officer of the University System.

The Officers of the Board of Trustees for FY 2008-2009

Chairman: Trustee Edward C. Dupont
Vice Chairman: Trustee George Epstein
Secretary: Trustee Edwinna C. Vanderzanden

Contact:  usnh.bot@usnh.edu

The Board accomplishes much of its work through its standing committees. Standing Committees and Subcommittees of the Board include:

Executive Committee
Audit Committee
External Affairs Committee
Financial Affairs Committee
Finance Committee for Investments
Programs and Services Committee
Student Affairs Committee
Capital Projects Subcommittee
Human Resources Subcommittee