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Guided Leadership and Policy Oversight
Governance at SUNY Niagara
SUNY Niagara operates under the policies established by its Board of Trustees, consisting of ten members: five appointed by the Niagara County Legislature, four appointed by the Governor of New York State, and one student trustee elected annually by the student body. This governance structure ensures diverse representation and effective leadership.
Board of Trustees

Katherine Alexander
Chairperson

Kevin Clark
Vice Chairperson

Sheila Smith
Secretary

Gail Tylec
Financial Secretary

E. Bryan DalPorto
Trustee

David Haylett
Trustee

William L. Ross
Trustee

Gina Virutoso
Trustee

Lee Wallace
Trustee

Jacob Joseph Fleming Jr.
Student Trustee