ASU launches chancellor search
by April 20, 2022 12:45 pm 489 views
The Arkansas State University System has launched its official search for a new chancellor on its Jonesboro campus.
ASU System President Chuck Welch announced the launch on Wednesday (April 20). A Chancellor Search Advisory Committee has also been appointed. The 23-member committee is comprised mostly of ASU faculty and administrators. Jonesboro Mayor Harold Copenhaver is a member of the committee as well.
Review of applications will begin in late May with on-campus interviews expected in June, Welch said. Campus interviews will be in person, but there will also be a virtual component. A feedback instrument will be provided to allow for the campus community to share input regarding the candidates.
“This committee will assist me in the search for our next chancellor,” Welch said. “The committee is composed of faculty, staff, students and alumni/community representatives. It is my hope that this committee will provide a broad base of perspective and input during our search process.”
Duties of the committee will include screening all applications, selecting candidates for preliminary and on-campus interviews, and providing final feedback and recommendations to Welch.
The new chancellor will succeed Dr. Kelly Damphousse, who announced he will resign June 30 after five years in the role to join Texas State University as president.