Southeast Missouri State University Board of Regents
One University Plaza
Mail Stop 3300
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Phone: (573) 651-2222
Fax: (573) 651-5061
Email: president@semo.edu
Website: http://www.semo.edu/board
Details on Board or Commission
Authority: Chapter 174, RSMo.
Department: Higher Education
Mission:
The Southeast Missouri State University Board of Regents works toward the preservation and enhancement of educational quality; prudent stewardship of University assets; planning of programs and allocation of resources to serve most effectively the higher education needs of the region; establishment and maintenance of a strong system of accountability to the public; advocacy for the value of higher education to the State and to its citizens.
Function:
The Southeast Missouri State University Board of Regents governs the university. The members appoint the President of the University, employ faculty and staff, and make budgetary and policy decisions necessary to implement the University's mission.
Subcommittees: Strategic Panning Steering Committee
Details on Meetings
Number of meetings: 8 meetings
Location of meetings: Cape Girardeau; varying locations within the region
Duration of meetings: 3 to 4 hours
Preparation time for meetings: 1 to 2 hours
Total time commitment: 4 to 6 hours
Details on Members
Total members: 7
Appointed members: 7
Term length: 6 years (6 voting members); 2 years (non-voting student member)
Compensation: Members receive reimbursement for realized and necessary expenses.
Member Requirements: none
Political Requirements: yes, not more than 3 voting members may be members of the same political party
Geographic Requirements: yes, members must reside in the 25-county service area, including Cape Girardeau, St. Louis, and Southeast Missouri
Senate Consent Required: Yes