The Indiana Commission for Higher Education’s (CHE) mission is, in part, to plan and coordinate the state’s postsecondary education system (IC 21-18-6-1(1)) and ensure that Indiana’s higher education system is aligned to meet the needs of students and the state. In order to plan and coordinate the postsecondary system while also guaranteeing alignment, the Commission develops a strategic plan (IC 21-18-8-1) that recognizes that overcoming the challenge to meet attainment goals depends on not only a strong partnership between Indiana colleges and the state but also on establishing deeper connections and more meaningful collaborations between businesses, service organizations, and community foundations.
Commission Member Applications
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education Membership (IC 21-18-3-1) consists of fourteen (14) members appointed by the governor, one (1) of which must be a student representative and one (1) of which must be a full-time faculty member of a state educational institution. While appointed by the Governor, the student and faculty representatives are selected in part by his or her peers. For more information, read About the Commission or review current Commission Members.
Student Commission Member
The 2026 Student Nominating Committee is not currently accepting applications for the Student Commission Member position. The committee selects nominees from which the Governor will make an appointment to the Commission.
Faculty Commission Member
The 2025 Faculty Nominating Committee is currently accepting applications for the Faculty Commission Member position. The committee selects nominees from which the Governor will make an appointment to the Commission.
Please click here to view the Application and Agreement to Serve. Applications postmarked or received via email after midnight on Friday, April 25, 2025, will not be accepted.