Illinois State University Board of Trustees
Presidential Search Information
On February 17, 2023, Illinois State University had a transition in the presidency and Dr. Aondover Tarhule was appointed as the interim president. The Board of Trustees opted to launch an open national search and formed a Presidential Search Committee. The committee was charged with preparing a Presidential Profile and presenting to the Board of Trustees five qualified candidates for consideration. The work of the Presidential Search Committee was presented to the Board of Trustees and on-campus interviews were conducted of four finalist candidates after one candidate withdrew for personal reasons.
After consideration of the work performed by the Presidential Search Committee, evaluation of the finalist candidates, and the feedback received from faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, and many interested constituents, the Board of Trustees reached a consensus to pursue Dr. Tarhule as Illinois State University’s next permanent president.
At the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees to be held on Monday, March 18, 2024, it is anticipated that the Board will consider and vote to appoint Dr. Aondover Tarhule as the twenty-first president of Illinois State University. In addition, it is anticipated that the Board will review, consider and approve the terms and conditions of an employment agreement for the president of Illinois State University.
Meeting Schedule
Notice of Next Meeting
March 18, 2024
Special Board of Trustees Meeting
10:30 a.m.
Old Main Room, Bone Student Center
Live stream will be available via YouTube
2024 Calendar
- February 16, 2024 — Illinois State University
- March 28-29, 2024 - Illinois State University (cancelled)
- May 10, 2024 — Illinois State University
- July 26, 2024 — Illinois State University
- October 11, 2024 — Illinois State University
- November 7-8, 2024 — Illinois State University
History
In the fall of 1995, the 89th General Assembly of the State of Illinois passed Senate Bill 241 which was sent to and signed by the Governor to become Public Act 89-0004. This new legislation established autonomous governing boards for seven state universities as part of a continuing reform of the state's higher education system. With the reorganization of Illinois' higher education system, state universities will be governed by boards whose duty is to assure their students are receiving the highest quality education possible and that tax and tuition dollars are being used wisely.
The Board of Trustees of Illinois State University began operation on January 1, 1996. The Board consists of seven members appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Illinois Senate for overlapping six-year terms. The eighth member of the Board is a student selected annually by the University. The President of the University serves as the primary liaison, linking the Board's responsibilities for policy direction to the University's operational responsibilities for carrying out its mission.
Contact Information
To contact the Board of Trustees, please email BOT@IllinoisState.edu.