The Association of Governing Boards’ upcoming National Conference on Trusteeship framed governance as dual work: protect institutional legacy while investing in future models of learning. AGB materials urged trustees to weigh fiscal stewardship against long‑term strategic bets on technology, demographics and student success. Speakers will emphasize data‑informed oversight, aligning board priorities with student outcomes, and elevating evidence‑based programs that improve equity. The conference agenda targets trustees grappling with enrollment declines, public skepticism about degrees, and the governance demands of transformation.