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Leadership and Governance

Sakyamuni is overseen by President and the university’s Board of Trustees, who comprise the governing and policy-making body. The institution is also led and supported by the University Cabinet, an advisory body convened by the President, which consists of the Deans, Vice Presidents, and other senior academic and administrative leaders.

 
Sakyamuni University's Leadership Structure 

Sakyamuni University is committed to effective governance and leadership, ensuring the institution's mission and vision are achieved through a robust leadership structure. Our Leadership and Governance model is dedicated to promoting academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement.

- Founder: His Honorable Thich Giac Chinh plays a crucial role in shaping the institution's mission, vision, and values, focusing on integrating Buddhist philosophy with modern academic inquiry.
- Board of Trustees: Provides strategic guidance and oversight, responsible for policy-making and financial management of the university.
- President: Leads the university's administration, sets the tone for the mission, and provides visionary leadership, overseeing the overall direction of the institution.
- Provost: Oversees academic programs, faculty development, and research initiatives, promoting academic excellence and innovation as the chief academic officer.
- Academic Council: Advises on academic policies and curriculum development, ensuring academic programs meet the highest standards.
- Academic and Administrative Officers: Manage day-to-day operations, support student success, and ensure the university's operations are efficient and effective. These officers include:
    - Vice Presidents: Oversee various areas such as student affairs, advancement, marketing, research, and finance.
    - Deans: Serve as chief academic and administrative officers of their respective colleges, overseeing faculty, curriculum, and research.
    - Registrar: Chief administrative officer responsible for academic records, admissions, and related matters.
    - Bursar: Chief finance officer controlling financial matters.

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President & Trustees

Sakyamuni University's President

Leads the university's administration, sets the tone for the mission, and provides visionary leadership, overseeing the overall direction of the institution.

Board of Trustees

Sakyamuni University's Board

Provides strategic guidance and oversight, responsible for policy-making and financial management of the university.

Formal Invitation to Become a Founding Member of the Governing Board of Trustees for Sakyamuni University (BFMBTSU)

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Administrative Offices


Sakyamuni University's administrative offices play a vital role in supporting the operations and mission of the university. These offices are responsible for managing a wide range of activities, including:

- Human Resources: Overseeing recruitment, employee relations, benefits, and training for faculty and staff.
- Financial Activities: Managing the university's financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
- Research Administration: Supporting research initiatives, managing grants and funding, and ensuring compliance with research regulations.
- Student Affairs: Providing support services for students, including admissions, registration, and student life programs.

Key Functions


The administrative offices at Sakyamuni University are essential to:

- Supporting academic programs: Ensuring that academic programs are well-supported and resourced.
- Managing university operations: Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the university, including facilities management, IT, and communications.
- Fostering a positive work environment: Promoting a culture of respect, inclusivity, and employee well-being.

 

We providing effective administrative support, Sakyamuni University is able to focus on its core mission of providing a high-quality education and promoting academic excellence.

Chief Investment Officer

Chief Investment Officer for Sakyamuni University
The Chief Investment Officer (CIO) plays a critical role in overseeing and managing the investments of Sakyamuni University. This position requires a deep understanding of financial markets, investment strategies, and risk management.

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Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination at Sakyamuni University: The university is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and California law, Sakyamuni does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from sex discrimination in educational programs and activities at institutions that receive federal financial assistance. Inquiries concerning this policy may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity & Accessibility. Inquiries may also be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, OCR.DC@ed.gov. See Sakyamuni University’s full Equal Opportunity & Nondiscrimination Statement.

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