Committee Charge: The Academic and Student Affairs Committee will oversee and insure continuous improvement of University academic activities and student programs with an emphasis on student centeredness. The Committee will insure that implementation of the Strategic Plan and continuous improvement in appropriate areas are defined and set forth with quantifiable objectives and measures. In addition, this Committee functions as the Board personnel committee, receiving and recommending action upon all proposed personnel actions.
Audit Committee
Committee Charge: The Audit Committee is charged with oversight and continuous improvement of fiscal and other controls for the University and insures that the fiduciary responsibility of the Board is carried out. The Committee will insure that the highest ethical and legal standards are met.
Clinical Affairs Committee
Committee Charge: The Clinical Affairs Committee is charged with oversight and continuous improvement of quality of care, patient centeredness, and medical staff membership within the clinical enterprise of the University. The Committee will carry out the responsibility delegated to it from the Board according to Bylaw 3364-01-03 for medical staff membership, credentialing, privileges and renewal of privileges.
External Affairs Committee
Committee Charge: The External Affairs Committee will be guided by the principle that the University currently is and will continue to be a sustaining force for the community. This will be achieved by oversight and continuous improvement of University relationships with government agencies, business entities, other relevant community resources, and support of University 501c3 organizations (Foundation, UT Innovation Enterprises, Alumni Association, etc.).
Finance Committee
Committee Charge: The Finance Committee is charged with oversight and continuous improvement of the financial soundness of the University including oversight of revenue from all sources, oversight of all expenses, as well as the margin for the clinical enterprises. It will receive and recommend action upon budget proposals from the administration. It will review relevant parameters such as Senate Bill 6 ratios, bond ratings, and the cash flow margin for the entire University. In addition, this Committee functions as the Board facilities committee, receiving and recommending action upon all proposed facilities actions.
Trusteeship and Governance Committee
Committee Charge: The Trusteeship and Governance Committee insures the integrity of Board governance and the avoidance of conflict of interest. It fosters a culture of excellence, service, and high ethical standards, among University trustees. The Committee will also develop and conduct Board assessment, and oversee Board development including orientation of new members. It coordinates the annual assessment of the president.
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