The Nick of Time:
Highlights from AGB’s 2008 National Conference on Trusteeship
Boston, Massachusetts, April 11-15

1. Peering over the horizon: The emerging world of international education
By Richard A. Skinner, senior vice president for research and programs, AGB 

The conference sought to provide attendees with an international perspective on American higher education, and raised some critical points for trustees and presidents to consider in this regard.

2. From corporate CEO to university system chancellor: Bridging two worlds? 

Read, listen to, or comment on Erroll Davis’ provocative plenary session. Davis is chancellor of the University System of Georgia, a post he assumed after serving as president, CEO, and chair of two major companies. Here, he looks at the contrasts and similarities between higher education and corporate governance.

3. Some hard truths about college spending 

Jane Wellman’s research for the Delta Cost Project—presented in the session “Understanding the Costs of ‘Doing Business as Usual’ in Higher Education”—reveals the growing imbalance in real spending trends in higher ed finance.

4. Factoids from the “Nick of Time”—
plus “Were You There?” 

A lighthearted glance at the highlights of AGB’s 2008 National Conference, prepared by Brent Mundt, AGB Director of Advancement. Plus, check out your photo (and others) from the “The Nick of Time” Photo Gallery and the Board Professional Workshop. Vote for your favorite photo! Add captions to your favorites! Use the log-in from the emailed AGB_Online.

5. New AGB books and publications... a preview

Three AGB Press authors greeted attendees and signed copies of their respective books at the “Nick of Time” 2008 National Conference on Trusteeship in Boston. Here are the descriptions of the books and links to sample chapters and excerpts.