Committees & Programs

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.

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University Council

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

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DeVane Lectures

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

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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.

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President’s Council on International Activities

This group offers guidance to the president on Yale University’s international agenda.

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Special Programs

Learn about the Linda Lorimer Award for Distinguished Service and the President’s Public Service Fellowship.

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