The seven scholars of the academic council are noted for their national reputations for academic excellence and come from Ohio and universities across the nation.
Their appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Ohio Senate. Three members of the council will serve initial two-year terms and four will serve four-year terms.
James Madison Program at Princeton University
The Ohio State University
Washington and Lee University
ASU School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership
Capital University Law School
Maxwell School, Syracuse University
Bowdoin University