Board Orientation Evaluation - Brad D. Smith | Office of the President | Marshall University

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Thank you for the gift of your time and your participation in our Board of Governors Orientation. We hope you found it helpful as you begin your board service.

Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey to provide feedback to help us improve the training for future board members.

Board of Governors Orientation Evaluation Form

1. On a scale of 0–10 (10 being the highest), how effective were the pre‑read materials (slide deck) in helping you prepare for the orientation session?

Please enter a number from 0 to 10.

What would have made it a 10?(Required)

2. On a scale of 0–10, how effective was the session on Roles and Responsibilities of the Board in giving you a clear understanding of your duties, fiduciary obligations, and relevant laws/policies (e.g., FOIA, ethics, open meetings)?

What would have made it a 10?(Required)

3. On a scale of 0–10, how effective was the session on Strategic Priorities and Key Challenges in helping you understand the university’s vision, major priorities, and operating environment?

What would have made it a 10?(Required)

4. On a scale of 0–10, how effective was the Academic Programs and Quality session in providing an overview of Marshall’s academic portfolio and how programs are monitored, assessed, and improved?

What would have made it a 10?(Required)

5. On a scale of 0–10, how effective was the Budget and Finances session in helping you understand the university’s financial picture—revenues, expenses, the structural deficit plan, and the incentivized budget model?

What would have made it a 10?(Required)

6. On a scale of 0–10, how effective was the Athletics session in helping you understand the organization, compliance considerations, priorities, financial context, and challenges within Marshall Athletics?

What would have made it a 10?(Required)

7. On a scale of 0–10, how effective was the Schedule, Meetings, and Logistics session in orienting you to the annual board calendar, resources available to board members, and expectations for board service?

What would have made it a 10?(Required)

8. Overall, using a 0–10 scale, how effective was the orientation in: educating you about your board duties and the laws/policies that apply; providing an overview of board structure and operations; introducing academic and financial aspects of the university; reinforcing the value of shared governance; and helping you understand available resources.

What would have made it a 10?(Required)

9. What additional support or resources would help you feel fully prepared for your role?