This committee has responsibility in matters relating to facilities planning, construction, renovations, the physical plant, and equipment. It reviews programs having to do with the care, maintenance, and security of the university's buildings and grounds and with the care and preservation of furnishings and equipment. It reviews administrative proposals and recommends to the board for its approval the selection of architects, the design and location of new buildings, and the renovation of existing buildings, consistent with the master plan. Student Affairs Committee. This committee has responsibility for reviewing all matters dealing with policies and programs concerning student affairs, student life, intercollegiate athletics, student services, admissions, student development, financial aid, recruitment, retention, and other matters referred to it by the president or the board.
Special committees consist of no fewer than three members who are appointed by the rector.
The mission of each special committee is specifically established either by action of the board or by written direction of the rector. Special committees have a life of no more than two years unless renewed for a specified period by action of either the board or the rector.