Board of Directors

About the SDSU Research Foundation Board of Directors

The board of directors is the governing body of SDSU Research Foundation and is responsible for establishing policies and guiding SDSU Research Foundation in achieving its objectives. SDSU’s president serves as president of the board and is responsible for directing the affairs of the organization, reviewing and approving the annual operating budget, and ensuring that SDSU Research Foundation activities and functions conform to the policies of The California State University Board of Trustees and San Diego State University.

Board members participate in various ways, including reviewing policies; serving on the audit, finance, and investment committees; reviewing and approving the annual budget and the mid-year update; ensuring proper financial controls are in place; authorizing the selection of the independent audit firm; ensuring investment policies are followed; and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. 

Board Composition

The board is comprised of five ex officio directors: the President, the Provost, the VP for Research and Innovation, the VP for Business and Financial Affairs, and the Associated Students President; four SDSU faculty members recommended by the University Senate; and eight individuals, five of whom are “public” members from the community, nominated by the president.