LYCEUM BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The application process for The Texas Lyceum's Class of 2020 Directors is now closed. The new application for 2021 will be available soon.

Who is eligible to serve as a Director?

The Texas Lyceum comprises a 96-member Board of Directors from across the state of Texas. The selection committee seeks applicants who have demonstrated leadership abilities in their communities and across the state.

Each term begins on January 1. No person's first term as a Director may begin on or after that person's 46th birthday. Individuals applying for the Class of 2020 are not eligible for membership if their birthday is on or before January 1, 1974.

To be considered as a Director, you must be nominated by a current Director or an Alumnus and submit two letters of reference. Directors may be re-elected to a second three-year term.

How does a person submit an application?

The entire application process is completed online. Only complete applications will be considered by the Annual Nominating Committee.

Apply: Applicants must populate all fields of the Application by 5 p.m. on September 5. (The application must be completed in one session; download a PDF of the application to prepare your materials before you complete the form.)
Secure nomination: Each applicant must be nominated by a Lyceum Director or Alumnus. Nominators must submit this form (including reference letter) by 5 p.m. September 5, 2019. It is the applicant's responsibility to request and ensure their nomination is submitted. To do so, share this link: https://www.texaslyceum.org/nominator-reference-form
Submit references: Each applicant requires at least two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a current Lyceum Director or Alumnus. Two additional reference letters from Lyceum Directors, Alumni, or other individuals may be submitted. In no case should more than four letters be submitted on your behalf. It is the applicant's responsibility to request and ensure these references are submitted. To do so, share this link: https://www.texaslyceum.org/nominator-reference-form

What are the obligations to serve as a Director?

Lyceum Directors meet four times each year in quarterly meetings across the state. The topic and format of each meeting varies, but the meeting address timely topics through expert presentations and interaction between Lyceum Directors.

Participation:

Directors are expected to participate actively in civil discussions, reflect on the issues facing Texas, and commit to addressing challenges. The best and most robust discussions are when all Lyceum Directors participate. To that end, the Lyceum adheres to a strict attendance policy: Directors must attend at least five quarterly meetings during a consecutive two-year period, and at least two of these meetings must be in one calendar year.

Financial Commitment*:

(a) Annual Dues: $1,250, which includes registration for quarterly meetings (four meetings** per year; includes meeting activities and most meals on Friday and Saturday)

(b) Expenses: Directors are responsible for the cost of hotel and personal travel to meetings. Every attempt is made to minimize meeting expenses.

*Dues are subject to change with each new calendar year.

**In some years, the Lyceum hosts an optional fifth meeting. Registration costs for these optional meetings are in addition to dues.

Accepted members of the Class of 2020 must attend a required Director Orientation to be held on February 6, 2020 in Waco, TX.