The Universitywide Natural Reserve System Advisory Committee is appointed by the President of the University. It consists of a chairperson, an academic representative from each of the nine general campuses, two at-large positions, two Managers / Coordinators representatives, one alternate Managers / Coordinators representative, and the NRS director. Members serve on a rotating basis. The committee meets bi-annually to advise the President on the policies, progress and status of the system and its administration, providing diverse input relating to integration of the NRS into the University's teaching and research programs.