President and Directors of Georgetown College

The President and Directors of Georgetown College is the governing body of Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. In contrast to the board of regents and the board of governors, which serve advancement and alumni affairs functions, respectively, and advisory roles to the President, the President and Directors of Georgetown College is the legal entity of the incorporated Georgetown University. The authority of the body is enumerated in the March 1, 1815 federal charter of Georgetown University passed by the Thirteenth United States Congress and signed by President James Madison.

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