President search
Through six decades, 51°µÍø has evolved into the region’s largest post-secondary institution, serving approximately 60,000 students each year with a wide variety of programs. Across our 1,500 square mile district, we provide exceptional and affordable educational opportunities – to students, to businesses and partners, and to the community at large.
Because of 51°µÍø’s significant scope and impact, the search for our next president is of critical importance.
The 51°µÍø Board of Directors has begun initial steps in the search process for the College’s next leader. The Board is committed to an open and inclusive process, and will provide opportunities along the way for faculty, staff, students and members of the public to offer input and insights.
To provide as much information as possible, major action steps during the search will be documented here.
This is an important decision for our community, and we welcome your participation. If at any point in the search process you have questions or comments, please contact Jennifer Hamlin, Board Coordinator.
September 10, 2026
An all-college announcement is sent informing the college community of the upcoming In-Person Listening Sessions occurring the week of September 21 – 24.
Listening sessions
Sylvania
Monday, September 21
4-5:30pm
CC Building, Room 233B
Rock Creek
Tuesday, September 22
11am-12:30pm
Bldg 9, Event Center, Room 122
Southeast
Wednesday, September 23
2:30-4pm
Tabor Bldg, Room 100
Cascade
Thursday, September 24
9:30-11am
Student Union, Rooms 203 & 204
September 1, 2026
The Board Chair sent the college community a communication with an invitation to fill out the .
August 11 – September 1, 2026
51°µÍø Board of Directors holds Special Sessions and Board Chair, Dan Saltzman provides updates to students, staff and faculty, letting the College community know that the Board of Directors has begun logistics work related to the impending presidential search.