The widest possible representation of the University community is sought in the overall membership of the board and also within each category.
Members serve a three year term with one-third of the board being replaced each year.
The Chair of the board is designated by the Provost and Vice Chancellor. To serve as the hearing body for student and employee affirmative action grievances which result in a formal hearing. Formal hearings will be conducted under the appropriate procedures for affirmative action grievances as stated in the UW-Eau Claire Affirmative Action Plan. To serve as the hearing body for employee appeals of decisions made regarding workplace accommodation of a disability.