Partridge Society Board of Directors

The mission of the Norwich University Partridge Society is to aid the Norwich University Development and Alumni Relations Office in the creation and execution of plans and tactics in support of the University’s fundraising priorities; to help secure the University’s financial future through exceptional relationships and to formally recognize and celebrate university donors.

Board of Directors and Meetings

The Board of Directors will consist of no fewer than six (6) members and no more than fifteen (15) members, all of whom must be Partridge Society Annual, Lifetime or 1819 Circle members. The Board shall meet four times per year. There will be an on-campus meeting during Alumni Weekend and in April. Two virtual meetings are scheduled at the discretion of the Board.

The Board of Directors will perform the duties described in the approved Partridge Society Bylaws. The Parliamentary Authority for meetings will be the same as the one adopted by the University. In addition, the Board of Directors will carry out its activities in accordance with the volunteer board guidelines established by the University in 2001 and revised in 2004.

Executive Commitee  

The Board of Directors Executive Committee consist of a Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Recording Secretary. The Board Chairperson will serve as the Board’s liaison to the University’s Board of Trustees Development Committee or any other subcommittee as requested by the Trustees.

Committee Structure

The Partridge Society is comprised of four standing committees.

• The Executive Committee consisting of the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Recording Secretary.
• The Membership and Nomination Committee led by the Vice Chairman to ensure that the Board is fully staffed with committed, capable and qualified members.
• The Events Committee who will plan, organize, and execute Partridge Society events and other recognition opportunities.
• The Development and Recognition Committee who, in partnership with the Development Office will support the recognition of new and existing Partridge Society members.