The Board of Governors is the governing body of the University with the power to control UW's property and revenues, and the conduct of its business and affairs. Planning and implementation of the physical and operational development of the University, establishment and enforcement of rules and regulations with respect to University property, and designation of University funds are included under the jurisdiction of the Board of Governors.

The membership of the Board of Governors consists of representatives from the University faculty, staff and student bodies, and the community-at-large, as well as appointees from the Lieutenant-Governor-in-Council, and a number of ex officio members.

The University of Waterloo Act describes the powers and role of the Board of Governors. Its actions are governed by a number of bylaws.

The Board of Governors has a number of committees to which it has delegated some of its authority.

Allan Babor President

Sam Andrey Science Council

Alan Shonfield

Board of Governors has four regularly scheduled meetings each year; an executive committee meets prior to each meeting to set the agenda.

Board of Governors meetings are typically held in NH 3001, although the Daily Bulletin for the day of the meeting will have the confirmed location.