R119-1 Purpose: To establish qualifications for appointment to the Board of Higher Education.

R-119-2 References

2.1 Utah Code § 53B-1-405, Board Member Qualifications

R119-3 Board Member Qualifications: In accordance with Utah Code section 53B-1-405, the Board shall be made up of members with collective expertise and knowledge in the areas of business, industry, technical education, general education, and advanced education and research in finance, accounting, auditing, law, facilities, real estate, educational delivery models, workforce development, economic development, K-12 education, higher education, educational quality assessments, and financial aid. The Board shall also have members with collective experience working in inclusion, diversity, and equity, and with underrepresented students, first-generation college students, and underserved communities. Additionally, the Board shall include members who are first generation college students and/or have been members of a Board of Trustees.

R119-4 Board Composition: Nominees shall be sought from non-traditional and diverse backgrounds, areas of expertise, and representative geography. Board members shall be appointed, and the Board composed, in a manner to reflect balanced and varied representation of the above-listed factors.

R119-5 Time Commitment: Preference may be given to individuals who, along with being well-qualified, are available to devote considerable time per month to Board service.

Adopted March 25, 2022