Board of Trustees

Trustees are appointed by the Washington State Governor and can serve for a maximum of two terms of six years each. The Central Washington University Board of Trustees functions as the governing body of the university and works closely with President Wohlpart. The Board is guided by Chair Erin Black and Vice Chair Jeff Hensler.

Vision and Mission

Created to help guide and serve Central Washington University, the mission of the Board of Trustees remains focused on becoming a model learning community of equity and belonging. Promoting the vision of Central Washington University rests at the heart of the work of the board.

Upcoming Meeting Information

Regular meetings of the Central Washington University Board of Trustees will be held on the Central Washington University Ellensburg campus or via Zoom, except where noted, on the following dates:

February 19-20, 2026:

When: Feb 19, 2026 01:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Topic: BOT Meeting February 19

Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:

https://cwu.zoom.us/j/98127799570?pwd=sadp0sGwty5W4LAGStWJQhHWLmibsb.1

When: Feb 20, 2026 09:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Topic: BOT Meeting February 20

Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:

https://cwu.zoom.us/j/97123154979?pwd=Pu127uhYGJnESGCxw5yfHIk6AYhOUY.1

May 21-22, 2026

July 16-17, 2026

Information Regarding Process and Procedures: