The two-tier governance structure of the Oklahoma State University Alumni Association was adopted by the Board of Directors on October 1, 2005, to be effective April 28, 2006.
Leadership Council
The Leadership Council will ensure that the programs of the Association are consistent with the Constitution of the Association and in the best interest of the Association. Members of the Leadership Council shall be representatives of the Association in all matters, including support and service on all program committees, membership marketing, fundraising, liaison with chapters and other constituencies and advise and support on strategic planning. In addition, the Leadership Council will elect the members and officers of the Board of Directors and the members of the Leadership Council.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors will have the principal fiduciary and oversight responsibility for the Association. The Board, as a body and not the individual members, shall have such power and authority necessary to perform its responsibilities including, but not limited to, (i) establishing policies and goals to accomplish the mission and purpose of the Association as set forth in the Constitution and as recommended by the Leadership Council; (ii) monitoring the strategic planning process; (iii) monitoring the financial affairs of the Association; (iv) enhancing the Association's public standing; (v) ensuring legal and ethical integrity; (vi) maintaining accountability to the Leadership Council; (vii) ensuring an external financial audit of the Association is performed annually; (viii) reporting to the Leadership Council at its annual meetings; and (ix) employing the President and CEO of the Association.