II. Governance
Effective:
February 16, 2016
Last Revision:
February 13, 2025
College of Western Idaho operates under a system of governance with clearly defined authority, roles, and responsibilities. Its decision-making structures provide for the consideration of views held by Trustees, district constituents, faculty, staff, administrators, and students on matters related to the College.
- The Board shall select and appoint the President to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the College who shall have overall administrative responsibility for the operation of the College. The Board shall annually review the President's performance.
- The Board requires the President to operate the College in a manner that is lawful, prudent, and in keeping with accepted business and professional ethics and practices.
- The Board Chair will establish the Board meeting agenda in consultation with Trustees and the President’s Office.