Norbert Wiener Award 1. The Board of Directors sets the organization's general direction, decides matters of overall policy, and takes responsibility for activities undertaken in CPSR's name. In addition, the board may also include up to four Special Directors, who are appointed by the board. Terms of office for all board members are three years, with staggered expiration dates. A list of the current board members is available from the National Office.
All board members share certain responsibilities.
In addition, board members are expected to be available for consultation with other board members and the various committees on a reasonably regular and timely basis, usually through electronic mail. Board members are expected to serve on at least one of the standing committees and to participate in committee work. Beyond this, board members must be committed to the goals and principles of CPSR and are expected to contribute to the well-being of CPSR as an organization. This contribution may take many forms. For example, board members will be called on to help with the fundraising necessary to continue CPSR's work.