Board of Governors Committees

The Board of Governors (BoG) is responsible for the oversight of all operational aspects of the University. This includes, but is not limited to, approving strategic directions, operating and capital budgets, property acquisition and construction, establishing appropriate controls and accountabilities for the University’s financial, human and physical resources.  The Board of Governors also has bylaws and policies that guide activities. For more information visit the University Secretariat website.

Board of Governors Investment Committee

Two faculty members appointed by WUFA sit on the BoG Investment Committee. The Investment Committee makes recommendations to the Board with respect to strategic and operating matters pertaining to investments.

The two WUFA reps who sit on the BoG Investment Committee are:

  • Anne Demers (2024 - April 30, 2027)
  • Ram Balachandar, Civil & Environmental Engineering (2022 - April 30, 2025)

Board of Governors Pension Committee

Three faculty members appointed by WUFA sit on the BoG Pension Committee.  The Pension Committee makes recommendations to the Board with respect to the administration of the Pension Plans.

The three WUFA reps who sit on the BoG Pension Committee are:

  • Muharem Kianieff, Law  (2022 - April 30, 2025)
  • Ram Balachandar, Civil & Environmental Engineering (2022 - April 30, 2025)
  • Annette Demers, Law Library (2024 - April 30, 2027)