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Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees, a governing body of Snow College, operates under the direction of the State Board of Higher Education. The board consists of ten governor-appointed members and acts in behalf of Snow College in performing such duties, responsibilities, and functions as authorized and delegated by the Utah Board of Higher Education (“State Board”).

In addition to the specific duties outlined by statue and policy (below), trustees are deeply committed to the college and actively promote college awareness. The Board of Trustees meets at least six times a year, and board members are expected to attend at least 85% of meetings. Trustees are willing to invest personal time and resources for the advancement of the college.

Responsibilities and Objectives of the Snow College Board of Trustees

  • Guide and support the institutional president 
  • Lead the institution in supporting & achieving system-wide goals
  • Oversee general parameters as established by the State Board
  • Facilitate communication between the institution and the community
  • Assist in planning, implementing, and executing fund raising and development projects
  • Perpetuate & strengthen alumni and community identification with the institution's traditions and goals.

Latest Agendas and Minutes

In compliance with Utah Code and the Open Public Meetings Act, the Snow College Board of Trustees is required to give public notice at least once a year of its annual meeting schedule. Meeting agendas will be posted in Canvas and on the state’s public notice website at least 24 hours in advance of the meetings.

Board Members

Rick Robinson
Rick Robinson, Chair
Karen Soper
Karen Soper, Vice Chair
Melissa Judy
Melissa Judy, Alumni Association President
Randy Cox
Randy Cox
Francis Gibson
Francis Gibson
Gayle Pollock
Gayle Pollock
Jeffrey Kahn
Jeffrey Kahn
Heather Groom
Heather Groom
Sarah Heywood
Sarah Heywood, Student Body President
Derek White
Derek White

Committee Assignments

Trustees are assigned to a subcommittee of the board. Current assignments are:

Finance & Facilities

  • Francis Gibson, Chair
  • Randy Cox
  • Rick Robinson
  • Derek White

Academic & Student Affairs

  • Jeff Kahn, Chair
  • Heather Groom
  • Sarah Heywood
  • Gayle Pollock

Audit

  • Randy Cox, Chair
  • Gayle Pollock
  • Rick Robinson
  • Karen Soper

Executive

  • Rick Robinson, Chair
  • Karen Soper
  • Francis Gibson
  • Jeff Kahn
  • Randy Cox

The Executive Committee includes the board chair, vice chair, and the chairs of the three standing committees.

Updated: September 24, 2024

Please contact Marci Larsen for additional information and/or questions.
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