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Governance Forward: Advancing Institutional Missions:

This bi-weekly newsletter delivers governance insights, policy updates, and emerging trends in a format that helps them stay informed, aligned, and strategic. With a mix of summaries, infographics, links to deeper dives, and visual recaps, it’s built for busy board members and leaders who want to stay in the loop without getting overwhelmed by the volume and frequency of headlines in higher education.

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Mission Control: Board Briefings:

For those who’d rather watch than read, our video explainers and briefings bring governance to life. These short-form videos break down current issues, board practices, and leadership challenges in an engaging format. These videos are Ideal for pre-meeting prep, onboarding refreshers, or board meeting discussions.

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Board Essentials: Practical Templates for Effective Governance:

These practical resources provide logistical support to help boards operate smoothly without reinventing the wheel.These templates aim to enhance governing board meetings and operations by promoting strategy and inclusivity by offering valuable support for the essential logistics of mission-driven governance.

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CSIG Inaugural Collection - August 2025

Mission Control: Board Briefing 1

For trustees navigating shifting federal policies, this briefing outlines governance implications of a recent Supreme Court ruling. In this video, we explore how boards can assess risk, review compliance, and align institutional strategy with emerging mandates.
Watch Time — 10 min

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CSIG Inaugural Collection - August 2025

Governance Forward Newsletter: Launch Edition

First issue: practical insights and field updates for boards facing today's governance challenges.
Quick Read — 5 min

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CSIG Inaugural Collection - August 2025

Case Study: Harvard’s Board Leadership Under Pressure

A snapshot of Harvard's board under intense scrutiny—early lessons in resilience that continue to shape conversations about governance today.
Quick Read — 5 min