Thread by @SenSaraGelser

University Boards of Trustees have gotten a lot of attention lately given the debacle w/ @OregonState former President F King Alexander, concerns regarding a discrimination lawsuit against the acting president & dismissive treatment of survivors at BOT meeting. #orpol #Beavers

This Board is composed of good people who have made some missteps. Recently, the @OregonState Faculty Senate cast a vote of no confidence and the majority of that Faculty Senate called for the resignation of Board members. #orpol #Beavers

This has led to multiple inquiries to my office about how the BOT is appointed, and what accountability levers exist. BOT is appointed by the Governor& serves at her pleasure. Before appointment, nominees are sent to the Oregon State Senate for vetting and confirmation. #orpol

Once appointed, most members serve until the expiration of their 4 year term. At that point the Gov again submits nominees to the Oregon State Senate for appointment or reappointment. This hearing and vote is how the public weighs in and is the accountability measure. #orpol

8 of 14 @OregonState BOT members have terms that expire this June 30. I've told constituents this is their chance to weigh in, as these appointments will significantly impact search process for permanent new President which is of significant concern to the community. #orpol

I promised my constituents I will only support nominees that commit to full, open process that allows community to meet finalists and provide feedback. We cannot have a closed secret selection process again.That led to disaster and is not fitting for a public institution. #orpol

Unfortunately, I may not get a chance to keep that promise. When the Gov list of executive appointments were released this week, there were NO nominees for @OregonState unlike the other institutions including U of O. Unless something changes, there will be no vote. #orpol

I'm told a decision has been made to allow current @OregonState BOT members to serve beyond their terms for stability. We may consider new nominees in September-- which will likely be well after the new search process is designed and launched. #orpol

I'm deeply disappointed. I may well have enthusiastically supported reappointments with assurance of a transparent process. However, I won't get the chance to ask those questions on behalf of my community. I'm puzzled and disappointed and hope there is a change. #orpol

This is not about any specific candidate, nomination or reappointment. It is about accountability and responding to the loud voices of the @OregonState Faculty Senate, staff and faculty unions, students groups and the broader community. #orpol

I hope there will be reconsideration. I appreciate desire for stability& the good intent behind it. But trust will be built through open discussion, accountability & a solidBOT that can see process through from start to finish w support & participation of the community #orpol