The UO board also heard updates on a variety of initiatives at its June quarterly meeting

Trustees will discuss the budget, facility issues and board leadership elections

The Oregon Senate will hold a confirmation vote on the candidates this session

Board members also approved three new degree programs in a full agenda of action

The university is entering the fourth year of its guaranteed tuition program

A distinguished economist and higher education leader, he will take office July 1

Agenda items include a vote on tuition and fee rates, School of Law overview, new degrees

Names must be submitted to the governor's office by March 13

The recommendation follows work by students, faculty and staff, and public feedback

Nominations will go to the governor, who will forward her choices to the Oregon Senate