Academic Search

Today marks the start of the 2025 Council of Independent Colleges Presidents Institute in San Antonio. This annual gathering brings together presidents of independent colleges and universities for essential conversations on the challenges and opportunities shaping higher education. Our team—Jay Lemons, Shawn Hartman, Ed.D., Maya Kirkhope, Steven Titus, J.D., Ph.D., Carlos Medina, Meg Richtman, Nancy Crimmin, and Alan Cureton—is honored to join these discussions and listen to the priorities, concerns, and aspirations of campus leaders. We look forward to connecting and sharing insights that help strengthen institutions and advance their missions.

Berea College seeks its next Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Provost will partner with the College’s new President to reinforce Berea’s special character as the nation’s premier work college, honor the College’s liberal arts and science excellence, and forge a future of meaningful influence in the region and the nation. Located in Berea, Kentucky, the private, residential, undergraduate college has an historic and distinctive mission to educate students of great academic promise but limited economic means. No Berean student has paid tuition since 1892. The first interracial, co-educational college in the South, Berea serves students from Appalachia and across the world. Sharon Herzberger leads the search along with Lauren Merriam. Learn more about this opportunity: https://ow.ly/OXJ450UyWRI #HigherEducation #ExecutiveSearch #AcademicAffairs #LeadershipOpportunity

A good leader understands they are just one chapter in an institution’s story. In this episode of Leaders on Leadership, Dr. Darrin Good, President of Nebraska Wesleyan University, reflects on what it means to borrow an institution’s legacy—caring for it, strengthening it, and preparing it for the future. Join host Jay Lemons as they explore mission-driven leadership, empowering teams, and staying grounded in purpose. 🎧 Listen now: https://ow.ly/sFUf50Uzj7Z #HigherEducation #HigherEdLeadership #LeadersonLeadership #Podcast

Norwich University seeks a Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Located in Northfield, VT, Norwich is one of the nation’s six Senior Military Colleges and is an institution of choice for both Cadets and traditional civilian students. The College of Arts and Sciences is the newest academic unit at Norwich and unites more than 100 full-time faculty across one school and nine departments. Reporting to Provost Karen Gaines and working with the Academic Council, the Dean operates with autonomy to advance the College’s mission and the overarching goals of Academic Affairs. The incoming Dean will provide pivotal leadership in championing innovation, fostering collaborative initiatives, and sustaining the university’s commitment to student success, research excellence, and a liberal arts ethos. Maya Kirkhope leads the search along with Jordan Horvath. Learn more about this opportunity: https://ow.ly/YcQS50UyWAH #HigherEducation #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipOpportunity

Georgia Gwinnett College seeks an innovative, adaptable and visionary leader as the next Dean of the School of Health Sciences. Reporting directly to the Provost, the next Dean will set a strategic vision for the School’s future. The Dean oversees two department chairs and four program staff members. The School of Health Sciences is one of five academic units at GGC and maintains strong partnerships with major healthcare systems within the metro Atlanta region. Mahauganee Shaw Bonds, Ph.D. leads the search along with Anne Briggs, EdD, LCSW. Learn more about this opportunity: https://ow.ly/8GLM50UyW8a #HigherEducation #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipOpportunity

Westfield State University seeks an innovative and collaborative leader who will bring scholarly and administrative skills to the role of Dean of the College of Professional Studies. The Dean will have the opportunity to lead a talented group of faculty in the College that houses a diverse array of disciplines ranging from Management to Nursing. The Dean will be a champion of both undergraduate and graduate education, leading the faculty in developing a compelling vision for what it means to provide a high-quality public education in applied disciplines ranging from Accounting to Social Work. Cynthia Patterson and Maria Thompson lead the search along with Penny Gibbons. Learn more about this opportunity: https://ow.ly/6Em550UyVPh #HigherEducation #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipOpportunity

Stephen F. Austin State University welcomes applications and nominations for the position of Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, who will serve as the chief academic officer of the University. The Provost provides academic and administrative leadership to achieve the highest standards of excellence in teaching, scholarship, creative activity, and public and professional service. This role is responsible for the formulation and implementation of all academic plans, policies, priorities, and innovation. Ann Die Hasselmo leads the search along with Christopher Butler and Kate Cusimano. Learn more about this opportunity: https://ow.ly/jNsH50UvlmX #HigherEducation #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipOpportunity

As we reflect on 2024, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners. Together, we’ve shaped the future of higher education, supporting leaders and institutions across the country. Thank you for trusting Academic Search to guide your leadership journey. Here’s to continued success in 2025! #HigherEducation #HigherEdLeadership

Chicago State University, a four-year, residential, comprehensive university invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Dean, College of Health Sciences and Pharmacy. Reporting to the Provost, the Dean is the chief academic officer responsible for the implementation of all academic and clinical programs within the College. The Dean will oversee strategic planning, quality assessment, student and faculty recruitment, resource development and allocation, and representation to external entities. The Dean leads the development and implementation of a bold and exciting vision that will advance the College’s mission in education, service, scholarship, and research. Nancy Crimmin leads the search along with Marcie Mikolay. Learn more about this opportunity: https://ow.ly/Cz6e50Uvl6o #HigherEducation #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipOpportunity

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Indiana, invites applications and nominations for the position of Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral degree and an academic record meriting a tenured, full professorship, and possess significant academic leadership experience and a dedication to undergraduate STEM education. They will additionally be prepared to advance the academic enterprise of the institution, participate as an academic partner in fundraising, and help prepare the institution for changes in the higher education landscape. Eric Richtmyer and Maria Thompson lead the search along with Rebecca L. Lynch, Ph.D. Learn more about this opportunity: https://ow.ly/yIFx50UvkGp #HigherEducation #ExecutiveSearch