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 Special committees may be constituted at any time, either by action of the whole board or by written direction of the rector.
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. The president of Virginia Commonwealth University is the chief executive and academic officer of the university and a member of the university faculty. The president presides at all public meetings and confers all degrees and diplomas. The president oversees the university in conformity with the purposes and policies of the board.