Leadership

Board of Trustees

In accordance with the statutory authority of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and implemented in the By-Laws of the Board of Trustees and the governmental procedures for the university, the Board of Trustees is the governing body of the University of Louisville. Within the limits set by the Federal and State Constitution and federal and state law, the Board shall actively engage in policy making, be responsible for aiding the university to perform at a high level of excellence, adopt an annual budget and ensure that the financial resources of the university are sufficient to provide a sound educational program, and periodically evaluate the university's progress in implementing its missions, goals and objectives.  It selects the President of the university; upon recommendation of the President, it makes all appointments to the faculty and all appointments of individuals in administrative capacities who serve at the pleasure of the Board.

The Board of Trustees grants all degrees conferred by the university.

More information on the Board of Trustees, including current membership can be found on the Board of Trustees website.