Aalto University
The university, which is incorporated as "Aalto University Foundation", is governed by the seven-member Aalto University Foundation Board. The Board decides on the Foundation's strategy, operation and financial issues, is responsible for any far-reaching plans and appoints the University president and vice rectors. Formerly working as the Provost of Aalto University, Ilkka Niemelä was elected President of Aalto University in 2017. The first President of Aalto University was Tuula Teeri. The university is organized into six schools with their respective deans and administrative structures.