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 2006-2007
Chairman: Trustee Andrew E. Lietz
Vice Chairman:Trustee Edward C. Dupont
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
Programs & Services Committee
Financial Affairs Committee
External Affairs Committee
Audit Committee
Capital Budget & Projects Subcommittee
Finance Committee for Investments
Student Affairs Subcommittee
Human Resources Subcommittee
