Northwestern University Added Three Trustees
The Evanston-based university has expanded its Board of Trustees following a recent selection process.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in People
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Northwestern University has officially appointed three new members to its Board of Trustees. The expansion brings the total number of trustees serving at the Evanston institution to 58.
Why it matters
The board serves as the primary governing body for the university, overseeing its long-term strategic direction and institutional policies. Adding new leadership helps ensure the board maintains a diverse range of professional perspectives and corporate expertise.
The university added 3 new trustees to its board, bringing the total membership to 58. These appointments follow the university's established 10-year practice of annual trustee additions.
The players
Keech Combe Shetty
She serves as the executive chair at Combe Incorporated.
Cynthia Livermore
She is a retired garden designer and currently acts as treasurer for the Berkshire Foundation.
Stephen Reyes
He is the president of Reyes Beverage Group.
The details
The newly appointed members are Keech Combe Shetty, Cynthia Livermore, and Stephen Reyes. These individuals were selected through the university's standard appointment process to fill current vacancies.
Timeline
September 23, 2026: Three new trustees joined the board.
Market Landscape
The university's governance updates reflect its ongoing commitment to integrating external corporate leaders into its oversight framework. These appointments align with broader institutional trends of maintaining large, diverse boards to ensure robust academic and administrative leadership.
These appointments do not directly alter student tuition or daily campus operations for Evanston residents. However, the composition of the board influences long-term institutional policies that may eventually affect university services and community partnerships.
The takeaway
The addition of new trustees ensures the university continues to leverage diverse professional backgrounds in its governance. These shifts help the institution maintain stability while navigating its long-term strategic goals.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Daily Northwestern.
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