What is CNIs organizational and governance structure?
CNI is a joint program of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and EDUCAUSE; it is not a separate non-profit corporation, but it operates under ARL’s 501(c)(3) status. Our governance is through our sponsor associations; the CEOs of ARL and EDUCAUSE have the fiduciary and organizational responsibility for CNI, with the oversight of the boards of these organizations. Our financial transactions go through ARL and are subject to ARL controls and routine audits. CNI’s funds are maintained in separate accounts and are not co-mingled with other ARL funds. A Steering Committee provides guidance on CNI’s programs and priorities. ARL and EDUCAUSE each appoint three individuals—typically library directors, information technology executives, or senior academic leaders. The CEOs of ARL and EDUCAUSE, and the Executive Director of CNI are ex officio members of the Steering Committee. In addition, three “at large” members broaden the diversity of insights and expertise helping us to shape our p
