1.3       ORGANIZATION

1.3.1    BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Roanoke College is governed by the Board of Trustees.  The Board is a self-perpetuating body consisting of 32 members, who hold office for staggered terms.  In addition, the President of the College, the Treasurer of the Corporation (Board of Trustees), the President of the Roanoke College Alumni Association (or successor organization), and the Chair of the Roanoke College Parents Council (or its successor organization) are ex officio members.

The Board selects and employs the President and officers and agents as it may deem proper.  The President should understand and support the long-standing relationship between the College and the Lutheran Church and be able to articulate effectively its beneficial influence on the College and society.

Policies concerning the general operation of the College, particularly in areas of investments, budget information, maintenance of buildings and grounds, and development, are determined by the Board of Trustees, usually on the recommendation of the President of the College.  The Board operates through an Executive Committee and other committees.  The Board holds regular meetings in May and October of each year.  Special meetings may be called by the President with concurrence of the Officers of the Board.