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Board of Governors
“The affairs of the University shall be managed, supervised and controlled by a Board of Governors.” (Section 7(2), Bill Pr34, An Act respecting the University of St. Jerome’s College)
The University is federated with the University of Waterloo.
The Role of the Board of Governors
This authority and oversight extends to the Board of Governors’ responsibility over the mission and vision of St. Jerome’s University. Specifically, the Board oversees the mission driven activity of the University, aligning the objects and reputation of the University with its foundational mission as a Roman Catholic university.
The Board of Governors’ oversight includes direction of governance matters such as policy, and business and financial affairs through the approval of operating budgets, with respect to revenue and expenditures, and management of property. It is the Board’s primary duty to ensure St. Jerome’s University fulfills its legal and financial obligations as an institution. In establishing accountability and transparent reporting processes with the University administration, the Board sees to the responsible management of the University by its administrators.
The Board of Governors are entrusted with the well-being and health of the University, and thus, must act in the best interest of the University.
Composition of the Board of Governors
The 22-member Board is comprosed of members from the broader community, the St. Jerome’s University faculty, staff and students, and representation from the Congregation of the Resurrection of the Ontario-Kentucky Province and the Bishop of the Diocese of Hamilton, thereby ensuring that multiple and varied perspectives are considered.
Fulfilling the Responsibility of the Board of Governors
To carry out the responsibilities of the Board of Governors, there are four standing Committees of the Board that report to the Board as a whole with recommendations for action and future direction.
Meetings held by the Board of Governors are open to members of the public, enabling them to be informed about the decisions made by the institution.
Expressions of Interest for the
Position of Chancellor, St. Jerome’s University
St. Jerome’s University is seeking a new Chancellor to commence a four-year term beginning July 1st, 2019.
The Chancellor is the titular head of the University and is an advocate for the University’s interests within the local, provincial, national, and international arenas.
The St. Jerome’s University Act, 2000 provides the Board of Governors the authority to manage and supervise the affairs of St. Jerome’s University.
If interested in the position of Chancellor, please read more.
Expressions of Interest for the
St. Jerome’s University Board of Governors
St. Jerome’s University is seeking volunteers to fill upcoming vacancies on our Board of Governors.
Successful candidates will advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the promotion of St. Jerome’s University, its mission and vision.
The Board encourages applications from individuals with a wide range of experience, especially in working with federated educational institutions.
Interested individuals should send a letter of introduction that highlights their reason for seeking membership on our Board and an up-to-date résumé by email to Kierra Cali, administrative support to the Board of Governors (kcali@uwaterloo.ca).
The University respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. Applications from all qualified individuals are encouraged. Candidates requiring accommodation should contact Kierra Cali:
519-884-8111 ext. 28237, or
290 Westmount Road North, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G3
Applications will be considered by the Board of Governors’ Governance Committee by February 25, 2019. Prospective candidates will be contacted by Kierra Cali and will be invited for an interview in March 2019.
Members of the Board
The Board of Governors has up to 22 members including the Chancellor, the President (Vice Chancellor) of the University, the Provincial Superior of the Congregation of the Resurrection, the Episcopal Delegate, two faculty members, one staff member, one student member, and up to 12 members at large. One Board member must be a graduate of the University.
| Jim Beingessner | Chancellor |
| Katherine Bergman | President (Vice Chancellor) |
| Mary Ellen Cullen | Board Chair, Member at Large |
| Kathy Smidt | Board Vice Chair, Member at Large |
| Cathy Horgan | Past Chair, Member at Large |
| John Arnou | Staff |
| Steven Bednarski | Faculty |
| Frank Boerboom | Member at Large |
| Ernest Doyle | Member at Large |
| Francis Doyle | Episcopal Delegate |
| Tessa Femia-Sebben | Student |
| Ken Lavigne | Member at Large |
| Tony MacKinnon | Member at Large |
| Rev. Murray McDermott, C.R. | Provincial Superior Congregation of the Resurrection |
| Ted McKechnie | Member at Large |
| Christopher Roehrig | Member at Large |
| Toni Serafini | Faculty |
| Laura Zilney | Member at Large |
| Dan Weber | Member at Large |
| Mark Wendland | Member at Large |
Board Committees
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Committee
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Members
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Committee Charter
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| Mission Committee |
Laura Zilney (Committee Chair) Jim Beingessner Katherine Bergman Mary Ellen Cullen Rev. Murray McDermott, C.R. Francis Doyle John Arnou Steven Bednarski Toni Serafini Chris Roehrig Tessa Femia-Sebben |
Mission Charter 2016.pdf |
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Governance Committee |
Tony MacKinnon (Committee Chair) Katherine Bergman Ken Lavigne Dan Weber Mark Wendland |
Governance Charter 2016.pdf |
| Executive Committee |
Mary Ellen Cullen (Committee Chair) Katherine Bergman Kathy Smidt Tony MacKinnon Ernie Doyle Laura Zilney |
Executive Charter 2016.pdf |
| Finance Committee |
Ernie Doyle (Committee Chair) Katherine Bergman Mary Ellen Cullen Kathy Smidt Frank Boerboom Ted McKechnie |
Finance Charter 2016.pdf |
| Audit Committee |
Ernie Doyle (Committee Chair) Mary Ellen Cullen Kathy Smidt Frank Boerboom Ted McKechnie |
Audit Charter 2016.pdf |
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
2018/2019 Board Meetings
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Meeting Agenda
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Approved Meeting
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October 4, 2018
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December 6, 2018
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February 7, 2019
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Board Workshop
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April 4, 2019
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June 6, 2019
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2017/2018 Board Meetings
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October 5, 2017
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December 7, 2017
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February 1, 2018
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Board Workshop
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Board Workshop
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April 12, 2018
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June 7, 2018
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For archived Board meeting agendas and minutes please contact the Office of the President.