The Lakehead University Board Governance and Nominating Committee continues to seek nominations from interested and qualified persons to fill upcoming vacancies on the Board of Governors.

The Board of Governors is responsible for the government, conduct, management and control of the University, except for matters specifically mandated to the Senate. The Board deliberates decisions related to property, finances, strategic planning, oversight and the hiring and reappointment of the President. Currently the Board is composed of 20 members, the majority are external members.

Following a typical Board structure, the Board delegates some of its deliberations to six standing committees. Some of the areas the Board committees are currently working on include monitoring the development of the upcoming budget, investment portfolios, fund-raising initiatives, and risk assessment.

If you would like to be considered for a position on the Lakehead University Board of Governors please review the Board of Governors Nominations Process and complete and submit the appropriate Expression of Interest-to-Serve form below. 

• Expression of Interest-to-Serve Form (External) - Nominations are accepted and reviewed year round. Currently, the Board is seeking expressions of interest to fill one External Member vacancy commencing in the fall 2026.
• Expression of Interest-to-Serve Form (Staff) - Currently, the Board is seeking expressions of interest to fill one Staff Member vacancy commencing in the fall 2026.
• Full-time students interested in serving on the Board of Governors please contact the Lakehead University Student Union. Currently, the Board is seeking a recommendation from LUSU to fill a Student Member vacancy commencing in the fall 2026.
  

Visit these pages to learn more about Lakehead University's Board of Governors:

• Board of Governors Nominations Process
• Board of Governors Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy
• Membership
• Meeting Schedule, Agendas and Minutes
• Standing Committees of the Board

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups.

If you have questions or comments, or require any of these documents in a different format please contact the University Secretariat.