; and (ii) three individuals who are not Members of Congress. (E) One member appointed by the Secretary of Education. (2) Qualifications (A) In general Individuals appointed under paragraph (1) shall be specially qualified to serve on the Commission by virtue of their education or experience on issues related to intercollegiate athletic programs, higher education, and civil rights. (B) Coordination to ensure diversity Individuals appointed under paragraph (1) shall be coordinated to ensure diversity. (3) Chair of the Commission The Chair of the Commission shall be elected by a majority of the members of the Commission. (4) Continuation of membership If a member was appointed to the Commission as a Member of Congress, that member may continue to serve on the Commission. (5) Terms Each member shall be appointed for the term of the Commission. (6) Vacancies A vacancy in the Commission shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made. (7) Basic pay (A) In general Except as provided in subparagraph (B), members of the Commission shall serve without pay. (B) Travel expenses In carrying out the duties of the Commission, each member of the Commission shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, and other necessary expenses in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. (d) Meetings Beginning not later than 90 days after the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall meet at the call of the Chair or a majority of its members. (e) Director and staff of Commission (1) Director The Commission shall have a Director, appointed by the Chair of the Commission. (2) Staff The Commission may appoint and fix the pay of personnel as necessary to carry out the duties of this Act. (3) Applicability of certain civil service laws The Director and staff of the Commission shall be appointed without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service, and without regard to