Governor makes trustee appointments

Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm announced appointments to Grand Valley State University's Board of Trustees.
 
Douglas W. Crim of Haslett, principal at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, is appointed to a term beginning January 1, 2011.  He succeeds Lucille Taylor whose term will expire December 31, 2010.
 
Matthew L. Tomasiewicz of Grand Rapids, president and consultant with Anchor Associates Inc., is appointed to a term beginning January 1, 2011. He succeeds Dorothy Johnson whose term will expire December 31, 2010.
 
According to the Michigan Constitution of 1963, they stand confirmed unless disapproved by the Michigan Senate within 60 days.

The Board of Trustees acts as the governing body for the university. Duties include overseeing conduct of university affairs; maintaining control of university property and the ability to fix tuition and other fees; appointing and/or removing personnel; and determining compensation to be paid for services and property.