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, Chair | Rae Gonterman, Vice Chair |
| Tom Feusse, Secretary | Kristi McConnell, Academic Programs Chair |
| Ryan Warner, Advancement Chair | Herb Schumm, Board Development Chair ('82, '23) |
| Matt Wilcox, Enrollment Management/University Relations Chair | Robin 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 Cardin | Adrian Halverstadt ('05) |
| Dalton Jenkins | Juli Johnson |
| Nancy Lamport ('79) | Ken Meyer |
| Sue Miller | Brian More ('96) |
| Mark Ralph ('74, '76) | RD Schrader |
| Nick Stanley | Dave Tinkey ('80) |
| Josh Willhite | Josh Willard ('02) |
Honorary Trustees
| Phil Howard | Richard Merillat |
Emeritus Trustees
| Carol Clark ('76) | Larry Lance ('80) |
| Paul Lehman | Howard Whaley |
| Kenneth Savage ('85) | Nancy Stouffer |



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