Oregon Tech Board of Trustees 2026-27 Committee Assignments
The Oregon Tech Board of Trustees has three standing committees. Materials and records for standing committees are posted with the Board meeting agendas and materials, minutes, and call to meeting notices under Meetings & Events.
Executive Committee
This committee is comprised of two components: the Executive and Governance Committees of the Board. The EC may represent and take action on behalf of the Board. Matters concerning board membership development and board performance are considered by the Governance Committee
Finance and Facilities Committee
The Finance and Facilities Committee also sits as the Audit Committee of the Board. Audits, the budget, investments and finances, tuition and fees, real property, personal property and risk management are considered by the F&F Committee.
Academic Quality and Student Success Committee
The AQ&SS Committee considers matters pertaining to the teaching, research, and public service programs. This may include faculty and staff matters, educational policy, and student welfare.
Board Secretary
Katie Harman Ebner supports the Office of the President and University Advancement through messaging, speechwriting, and strategic initiatives that reflect the university’s mission to deliver hands-on, innovative education.
Katie brings over 20 years of experience in communication strategy, public engagement, and the performing arts. Crowned Miss America 2002, she earned national recognition for her advocacy and service during and immediately following 9/11. She has since built a diverse career across stage and screen, including appearances with Boston Pops, LA Philharmonic at Hollywood Bowl, National Opera Association, Prague Summer Nights Festival, Pink Martini, 54 Below, HBO, A&E, and many more.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies from Portland State University and a Master of Music in Performance from Southern Oregon University. Katie is also the founder of Virtuosa Society, a nonprofit nurturing creative women through connection, edification, and financial support.
An active volunteer, she currently serves on the Oregon Community Foundation’s Southern Oregon Leadership Council, the Sky Lakes Cancer Advisory Committee, and the Board of Directors for Stumptown Stages.
Originally from Portland, Katie has resided in Klamath Falls with her husband and two children since 2005. She enjoys hiking, historical biographies, and antique shopping.