Appendix A: The Board of Trustees

The ultimate responsibility for the University rests with the Board of Trustees, under the authority conferred by the Certificate of Incorporation, as amended, issued by the Secretary of State of the State of Florida. Governance of the institution is vested in the Board. This responsibility extends to every facet of the institution, including the academic and other programs, funds, property and personnel. The major functions of the Board of Trustees include:

• Formulating policy relating to the educational purpose and mission of the University;
• Overseeing and reviewing the formulation of policy related to the educational and administrative programs of the institution; and
• Creating and maintaining an effective management structure, including the ultimate responsibility for the acquisition, maintenance, and deployment of institutional resources.

The Board of Trustees is composed of a maximum of sixty‐one (61) members, including 11 ex‐ officio members (of which the president is one), and the remainder elected to three‐year terms. Service on the Board is limited to two successive three‐year terms. Members may be re‐elected, however, one year after their second term of service concludes. Selection of trustees is based upon standards endorsed by the Board and included in the Bylaws of The Board of Trustees of The University of Tampa, A Corporation Not For Profit.

The Board of Trustees has the power to delegate responsibility for the implementation of its policies and decisions. In large measure this delegation of responsibility is to the president of the University, who in turn delegates responsibilities to other officers.