Wilson College President Wesley R. Fugate, Ph.D., is one of six new members recently elected to the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) Board of Directors. Fugate’s three-year term will end in January 2028.

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With headquarters in Washington, D.C., the CIC is an association of over 700 nonprofit independent colleges and universities, state-based councils of independent colleges, and other higher education affiliates, that works to support college and university leadership, advance institutional excellence, and enhance public understanding of independent higher education’s contributions to society.  “It is my honor to have received a nomination and election to the Board of CIC. I am grateful for this expanded opportunity to work with my colleagues, and this esteemed association, to advocate on behalf of higher education and the invaluable contributions independent colleges and universities make in our society,” said Fugate.  

The CIC Board comprises up to 38 members, including a maximum of 26 chief executive officers from member colleges and universities and a maximum of 12 additional members drawn principally from senior executive ranks of American business corporations and philanthropies. The Board typically reserves two positions for individuals with State Council experience as chief executives, member president, or corporate members.  

“I am excited to expand our Board with new members who will bring informed perspectives and insights to our work. Together, we will accomplish a great deal to make a positive impact on the independent higher education sector,” said CIC President Marjorie Hass.

The CIC Board of Directors generally has the power to set policy, manage, and direct the affairs of the member organization led by Hass and a staff of approximately 30. The Board is self-perpetuating and elects each incoming class of new directors and officers. The Board seeks nominations for new directors from CIC Institutional and International Member college and university presidents, chief executives of State Councils, and other board members.