She attended Northwest as a regular and distance learning student and is the mother of a Northwest alumnus. Plus, she understands educational administration and the challenges in education. Marriott said she came to Northwest right out of high school, so her loyalty and pride are here. I am very excited about taking the University into the next millennium. Becoming a Board member is not as simple as just applying, Hubbard said.
All applicants have to be recommended.
If the governor appoints someone, does not necessarily mean they have the job either. Applicants then have to get approval from the Senate. If they are passed by the Senate, they serve a six-year tenure.