Governing Bodies
The University is headed by a University Board which includes a President and three vice presidents, responsible for planning and strategy, research and technology transfer, education and administration and finance. There are two commities on research policy and education.
Further, the university has senate and a number of councils dealing with problems ranging from distance learning to women's issues.
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