COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

The basic work of Wagner's board is done at the committee level. The Committees all meet the week before the scheduled Full Board of Trustees. At the full board meeting, committee chairs give concise summary report to inform the board about major committee issues and policy matters, and they initiate motions on resolutions requiring full board approval.

THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
The Executive Committee is responsible for the general supervision of the Institution's policies, financial resources, investments and presidential relations. The Executive Committee shall have and exercise all of the powers of the Board during the interim between meetings of the Board of Trustees. The Executive Committee membership includes: college president, chair, vice chair, treasurer, secretary, as well as the chairs of the standing committees and two at-large members.

THE ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AND STUDENT LIFE COMMITTEE
The Academic Affairs Committee reviews and assesses the academic and enrollment programs and student life of the College. Specifically, the committee: maintains a continuing and ongoing study of curriculum, academic and admissions standards and other such matters that affect the academic enrollment and standards of the College, recommends policies on such matters as, but not limited to, counseling, placement, extracurricular student activities, student services, student living, dining hall facilities, dormitory regulation and student health and medical affairs, reviews the Student Handbook and recommend updating as appropriate, and reviews the faculty workload, quality of life, and professional aspirations.

THE AUDIT COMMITTEE
The Audit Committee is responsible for the financial oversight of the College and the Board of Trustees. The Audit Committee assists the Board in providing oversight for establishing and maintaining a system of internal controls in order to (i) safeguard assets of the College, (ii) comply with applicable laws and ethical standards, (iii) insure quality and integrity of the College's financial reports.

THE BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Committee on Business and Finance reviews; the annual budget, all major financial transactions not provided for in the budget, proposals for changes in student fees, tuition, and room and board charges and makes financial and budget recommendations to the Executive Committee and to the Board of Trustees.

THE INVESTMENT COMMITTEE
The Investment Committee develops policies to guide investment strategies, establishes and reviews the investment goals of the College, monitors the performance of investments, recommends investment policies, and oversees and manages the endowment.

THE INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT COMMMITTEE
The Institutional Advancement Committee reviews and evaluates the performance and operation of the College's development and public relations activities and alumni affairs programs, reviews and makes policy regarding fund raising programs, goals and objectives and methods of implementing such and periodically reviews "Board Giving" responsibilities and goals.

SUBCOMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Athletics - The Committee on Athletics shall maintain a continuing and ongoing study of athletic standards, athletic facilities, equipment, NCAA rules and regulations, NIT matters, Title IX issues, and other such matters that affect the athletic character and standards of the College. The Athletics Committee is a subcommittee of the Executive Committee.

Buildings and Grounds – The Committee on Buildings and Grounds shall evaluate the projected needs of grounds, equipment, buildings and infrastructure and shall with the administration of the College form and maintain an institutional Master Plan consonant with the needs and goals of the College. Reports to the Business & Finance Committee. The Buildings and Grounds Committee is a subcommittee of the Business and Finance Committee.

Bylaws – The Committee on Bylaws shall be organized to review the Wagner College Constitution and By Laws and update them as necessary on a three-year rotation. The Bylaws Committee is a subcommittee of the Executive Committee.

Enrollment and Strategic Planning – The Committee on Enrollment and Strategic Planning shall review the progress and revise as necessary, the strategic plan on a two-year rotation and as part of the certification process. The function is to review progress on all phases of the college: academics, enrollment, athletics, endowment and facilities and grounds. The Enrollment and Strategic Planning Committee is a subcommittee of the Executive Committee.

Trustee Affairs – The Committee on Trustee Affairs shall examine the emerging needs and objectives of the College and identify candidates for trusteeship who possess qualities and/or expertise consonant with these needs and objectives. The Trustee Affairs Committee is a subcommittee of the Executive Committee.

As stated in the Bylaws, “Special committees may be appointed by the Chairperson of the Board as needed.”