Kentucky State University

The Gold Book: Bylaws of the Kentucky State University Board of Regents

Article I: Declaration

Section 1.1:

The governance of Kentucky State University is vested in the Board of Regents of Kentucky State University. The Board in conformity with the State Constitution and State laws, shall have exclusive jurisdiction, power and authority with regard to the supervision, management and control of Kentucky State University, shall be the final authority in all matters pertaining to the University, and it shall exercise jurisdiction over the University's financial, educational, administrative and other policies, and its relations with state, local, and federal governments.

Section 1.2: The Board of Regents of Kentucky State University is a constituted entity of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. KRS 164.310 and KRS 164.321

Section 1.3: The Board shall constitute a body corporate, with the usual corporate powers, and with all immunities, rights, privileges and franchises usually accorded the governing bodies of educational institutions.

Article II: Powers and Duties

Section 2: The Board of Regents, in governing the affairs of Kentucky State University, shall:

  • Appoint the President of the University, who shall serve at the pleasure of the Board on such terms as may be mutually agreeable to the Board and the President;
  • Review and evaluate, on an annual basis, the performance of the President of the University according to the approved procedures and processes, written objectives, specific and general,

Bylaws

Kentucky State University Board of Regents

Effective Date: January 23, 2015 (Approved KSU Board of Regents) Page 1 of 15