Governance

The Ulrich Museum of Art is governed by its parent organization, Wichita State University. The Museum director reports to the Executive Vice President and Provost.

Museum direction is also guided by the Ulrich Advisory Board, composed of no more than 25 university and community leaders. The Advisory Board reports to the WSU Foundation, which holds legal title to the Museum’s art collection, and it is empowered by Wichita State University to serve as the Museum’s de facto governing body. The long-term purposes and policies of the Museum are subject to review by the Kansas Board of Regents.

The Ulrich benefits from a second support group. The Ulrich Museum Alliance, an association of no more than 18 individuals, supports the Museum by providing active volunteers who are committed to:

raising awareness of the Ulrich
building audience for and participation at Ulrich functions
supporting Ulrich membership efforts

Advisory Board Members
Lee Starkel, Chair
Members: Saroj Arab, Michelle Bastian, Martin Bauer, Tami Bradley, John Carnahan, Tracy Hoover, Sangeeta Khicha, George Lucas, Jane McHugh, Nancy Michaelis, Kate Nicholson, Mike Roach, Courtney Rogers, Larry Schwarm, Chris Shank, Jennifer Skliris, Keith Stevens, Craig Thompson, Jan Twomey, Janice Van Sickle
Ex Officio: Leslie A Brothers, Dr. Elizabeth H. King, Scott Martin, Dr. Rodney Miller, Dr. Richard Muma, Dan Peare.

Ulrich Museum Alliance
The Alliance is a group of dedicated volunteers who raise awareness and promote the arts throughout our growing community. Alliance members graciously give their time, energy, and enthusiasm to support our public programs, community outreach, and educational engagement. They also fund scholarships for students within the School of Art, Design and Creative Industries. Alliance members are true ambassadors of the arts and the Ulrich.

Ulrich Alliance Members
Scott Martin, President
Members: Justin Bjork, Darryl Carrington, Kendra Cremin, Angeline Edmondson, Alicia Fulilove, Trish Higgins, Amy Hopper, Jordan Kirtley, Brittany Lockard, Jennifer Rygg, Emily Scott, Tim Stone, Christine Tasheff, Laura Thompson, Juanta Wolfe
Ex Officio: Leslie A Brothers, Lee Starkel