Many people claim ownership, albeit in a metaphorical sense.
Legal ownership is another matter.
In this column, I would like to reflect upon the work of those who function as our owners, our trustees, and then pay tribute to H. G. Pattillo who served on our board for three decades. Our articles of incorporation empower a board of trustees to manage Berry and its assets. This board functions as owner insofar as it agrees to run the college in a way consistent with our mission and incorporating documents. Trustees work as volunteers and are motivated entirely by their commitment to the mission of the college. Boards set policies consistent with the educational mission and appoint a president to see that these policies are carried out.