University of Mary Washington, Board of Visitors
Purpose
The Board of Visitors shall appoint all teachers and fix their salaries, provide for the employment of other personnel as required, and generally direct the affairs of the University. The board may confer degrees and, subject to the provisions of § 23.1-203, approve new academic programs and discontinue academic programs offered by the University.
Term
Four years; no more than two full successive four-year terms
Composition
The Board shall consist of twelve members appointed by the Governor, of whom at least nine shall be residents of the Commonwealth and at least six shall be alumni of the University. The alumni association of the University may submit to the Governor a list of at least three nominees for each vacancy on the board, whether the vacancy occurs by expiration of a term or otherwise. The Governor may appoint a member from the list of nominees.
Vacant Seats
No seats are available at this time. If you are interested in joining this board in the future, please submit an application here.
Current Board Members

Davis C. Rennolds
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2026
Mr. Andrew T. Lamar
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2026
Mr. William L. Murray
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2026
Nicole Neily
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2027
John C. Anstey
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2027
Dr. Christopher Newman
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2027
Virginia Gentles
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2028
Mr Timothy Scott Pohanka
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2028
Terris Eugene Todd
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2028
Rachel Greszler
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2029
Terrie L. Suit
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2029