A number of university advisory groups report to the president and inform Yale’s strategies and decisions.
President’s Committees
View the membership of standing and ad hoc committees reporting to the president.

University Council
The University Council was established in 1947 to study, and make recommendations to the president on, strategic aspects of life at Yale.

DeVane Lectures
The DeVane Lecture series was established in 1969 to honor William Clyde DeVane, dean of Yale College from 1939 to 1963.

Presidential Lecture Series
President Maurie McInnis is hosting a Presidential Lecture Series. Each semester, a leading expert will visit Yale to share ideas and inspire critical thought on today’s most complex topics.

President’s Council on International Activities
This group offers guidance to the president on Yale University’s international agenda.
Special Programs
Learn about the Linda Lorimer Award for Distinguished Service and the President’s Public Service Fellowship.