Robert O. Keohane ('61) appointed by Board of Trustees to chair Presidential Search Committee

10 member Presidential Search Committee appointments finalized.

Presidential Position Description finalized and approved.

Solicitation for Nominations & Applications, publicizing and advertising opportunity, informal preliminary conversations with individuals who express interest, receipt and processing of applications and related materials, informal conversations with select candidates.

Initial screening of applicant pool; determination of those receiving further consideration.

First formal Search Committee meeting.

Continued receipt and review of applications.

Cease accepting applications except on direct invitation of Search Committee.

Identification of candidates for formal evaluation process including reference checks.

Notification to candidates no longer under consideration.

Decision made whether to retain search firm to assist with reference checks.

Formal interviews/intensive discussion with leading candidates.

Finalists invited to campus to meet with community members and Search Committee.

Recommendation reached by Search Committee for Next President.

Board of Trustees meeting for action upon Search Committee recommendation.

Anticipated start date for new President.