The function of the Museums Committee is to make recommendations regarding the University Museums' policies and needs and to serve as a liaison between the Museums and the faculty. The committee shall give guidance to the Director of Museums on proposed sales or exchanges of artifacts and similar items that are part of the collections of the University. The committee shall review and recommend revisions in policies and procedures, including long-range planning, conservation and collection management policies, and other activities to benefit Museums operations.

Committee Membership

  • Mr. Robert E. Saarnio
    CHAIR : Director of University Museums
    Member since 09/24/2012
  • Dr. Nancy L. Wicker
    Interim : Chair of Art Department
    Member since 04/01/2020
  • Dr. Aileen Ajootian
    Faculty : Member
    Member from 08/15/2021 to 08/15/2024
  • Mr. William J. Derrick
    Faculty : Member
    Member from 08/15/2023 to 08/15/2026
  • Dr. Emily L. Fransee
    Alternate : Faculty Member
    Member from 08/15/2023 to 08/15/2026
  • Dr. Molly C. Pasco-Pranger
    Representative : Classic Department
    Member since 08/15/2014
  • Mr. Edwin B. Smith
    Representative : University Communications
    Member since 08/15/2018
  • Ms. Donna A. Buckley
    Representative : Faculty Senate
    Member from 08/15/2023 to 08/15/2024
  • Mrs. Mary S. Wallace
    Representative : Staff Council
    Member from 08/15/2023 to 08/15/2024
  • Ms. Jiwon Lee
    Graduate : Student Council Representative
    Member from 08/15/2023 to 08/15/2024
  • Mr. Clayton Murry
    Undergraduate : Associated Student Body
    Member from 08/15/2023 to 08/15/2024