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Board of Trustees

The 2025 Board of Trustees for Huntington University standing on the staircase of Dowden Science Hall.University Governance

The Board of Trustees serves as the governing body of Huntington University, exercising fiduciary oversight and strategic leadership in faithful support of the University’s Christ-centered mission.

Founded by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ, Huntington University maintains a vital and enduring relationship with its denominational heritage. Several trustees are appointed through the Church’s Higher Education Leadership Team, reflecting this historic partnership. The Board ensures that the University’s mission, theological commitments, and Christian identity are faithfully upheld for future generations.

Meeting three times annually, the Board fulfills its responsibilities by:

  • Approving and monitoring institutional strategy and policy

  • Providing fiduciary oversight and ensuring responsible financial stewardship

  • Appointing, supporting, and evaluating the University president

  • Safeguarding the University’s foundational documents (identity, mission, vision, core values, philosophy of Christian education, and Statement of Faith)

  • Supporting long-term sustainability and long-range planning

Trustees bring diverse professional experience and leadership expertise to their service. Each trustee affirms the University’s Statement of Faith and demonstrates a personal commitment to Christian faith, integrity, and active engagement in the life of the Church.

25/26 Executive Committee and Officers

Monte Lightner, ChairRae Gonterman, Vice Chair
Tom Feusse, SecretaryKristi McConnell, Academic Programs Chair
Ryan Warner, Advancement ChairHerb Schumm, Board Development Chair ('82, '23)
Matt Wilcox, Enrollment Management/University Relations ChairRobin Wright, Finance Chair ('82)
Marty Pennington, Student Life Chair ('01)Todd Fetters, At-Large Member ('89, '91)

 

25/26 Trustees

Lars Andersen ('69)Bobby Caley
Tomi CardinAdrian Halverstadt ('05)
Dalton JenkinsJuli Johnson
Nancy Lamport ('79)Ken Meyer
Sue MillerBrian More ('96)
Mark Ralph ('74, '76)RD Schrader
Nick Stanley Dave Tinkey ('80)
Josh WillhiteJosh Willard ('02)

 

Honorary Trustees

Phil HowardRichard Merillat

 

Emeritus Trustees

Carol Clark ('76)Larry Lance ('80)
Paul LehmanHoward Whaley
Kenneth Savage ('85)Nancy Stouffer