Presidential Search
Saint Mary's College Presidential Search
Saint Mary's College is seeking a uniquely qualified leader to serve as our 29th president. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a genuine desire for a deep commitment to Lasallian, Catholic, and liberal arts education, and should possess inspiring, collaborative, and visionary leadership.
Presidential Search Profile
The Presidential Search Profile provides detailed information about Saint Mary's College and the desired attributes of qualified candidates applying for the position of College President.
Presidential Search Timeline
Please note that the months identified in the above-referenced phases may be revised in response to the COVID-19 crisis. We are confident the search can be adapted to whatever schedule may be adopted and are anticipating different scenarios at this time.
| May | Phase I: Plan & Organize the Search |
| June | Phase II: Approve Presidential Profile, Advertising & Recruiting Plan, Begin National Recruiting |
| July | Phase III: Launch Search, Advertising/Outreach Begins, Build Candidate Pool |
| August - September | Phase IV: Continue Building Candidate Pool & Evaluate Candidates |
| October 12 | Candidate Applications and Nominations Due |
| October | Phase V: Evaluate Candidates & Select Semi-Finalists |
| November | Phase VI: Complete Initial Background Checks & Conduct Preliminary Interviews |
| December | Phase VII: Conduct On-Campus Visits, Selection Decision & Appointment |
President's Message About Retirement
Dear Saint Mary's Community:
It seems there is no perfect moment for announcing one’s future retirement, but I believe the right time for me to do that has now come. I want to share with the Saint Mary’s community that in June 2021, after eight years as SMC President and at the completion of my second term, I will retire from my position as president.... Read More.