The governing body of
St. Mary’s College.
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of St. Mary’s College, charged by the Governor of the state with responsibility for the financial, administrative, and academic affairs of the institution. The College is distinguished from other public college boards by a 1992 charter that grants the Board of Trustees control over the governance and policies of the College.
The Board of Trustees consists of 26 members, 23 of whom are appointed by the Governor. The President of the Alumni Association, an appointed student, and a representative from the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission are the remaining three members. The Board also selects the President of the College, who also serves on the Board. Additionally there are 44 Trustee Emeriti.
First Row (l-r): A. Tomarchio, K. Greenaway, M. Lopez-Estrada, S. Dyer, D. Troyan, Chair J. Bell, Pres. Phillips, P. Collins, K. Kelley, J. Fillius, H. Murdy-Michael, D. Bryan Second Row (l-r): E. Graves, T. Horne, S. LaRocco, P. Bruns, N. Abrams, S. Bass, A. Coleman, T. Heely, R. Wernecke, M. Rosalez Not Pictured: J. Wobensmith, A. Basu, K. Fritz, S. Hoyer, J. Price
Upcoming Meeting Schedule
Next Meeting Dates
Board Meeting: October 9-10, 2026
Executive Committee: TBD
Academic Affairs Committee: September 10, 2026
Admissions & Financial Aid Committee: September 25, 2026
Institutional Advancement Committee: September 4, 2026
Campus Life Committee: September 15, 2026
Technology, Buildings, and Grounds: September 29, 2026
Finance, Investment, and Audit Committee: TBD
Trustee Governance Committee: September 23, 2026
Upcoming Board Meetings
- Feb. 19-20, 2027
- May 14-15, 2027
- July 15-16, 2027
Upcoming Meeting Materials and Zoom Information
Board Meeting Information and Materials
October 9-10, 2026
Board Meeting: TBD
Executive Committee Meeting Materials
Meeting details: TBD
Academic Affairs Committee Meeting Materials
Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. EST
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Admissions and Financial Aid Committee Meeting Materials
Friday, September 25, 2026 at 2:30pm EST
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Institutional Advancement Committee Meeting Materials
September 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EST
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Campus Life Meeting Materials
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EST
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Technology, Buildings and Grounds Meeting Materials
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. EST
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Finance, Investment and Audit Committee Meeting Materials
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. EST
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Trustee Governance Committee Meeting Materials
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EST
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The Order of the Ark and Dove
The Order of the Ark and Dove was created by President Renwick Jackson in 1972 and is the highest honor bestowed by the College. The two historical ships, Ark and Dove, brought the first settlers to Maryland in 1634, where they established the little river port of St. Mary’s City. The honorary society is democratic in its designation of individuals who have given “distinguished service” (money is not a factor) to the College. During the ceremony of induction, the honoree receives both a written citation of appreciation as well as the College’s 3-inch bronze medallion.
