The search committee to identify the next permanent provost and executive vice president for academic affairs has resumed its work this fall semester, working with executive search firm Isaacson, Miller to recruit candidates to the pool. In their recruitment efforts, Isaacson, Miller heard strong support for Marquette, especially for Marquette’s 2031 strategic plan, Guided by Mission, Inspired to Change.
Last month, the committee evaluated a broad and deep pool of candidates that included sitting provosts, deans with five or more years of experience, and leaders from R1 research universities. Using CVs, cover letters and insights from Isaacson, Miller, the committee has identified semi-finalists who will interview this month.
Following those interviews, the committee will engage in discernment and discussion with President Kimo Ah Yun to identify finalists who will visit campus later this fall.
Additionally, select campus stakeholders will be invited to participate in the finalists’ visits. This is a confidential search to attract the best possible candidates.
As a reminder, the committee, which comprises faculty, staff, a member of the Society of Jesus, a dean, a vice president and a trustee, is chaired by Dr. SuJean Choi, professor of biomedical sciences in the College of Health Sciences.
In addition to Choi, the committee members include:
- Dr. Manoj Babu, assistant professor of practice in management; College of Business Administration
- Dr. Pradeep Bhagavatula, professor of community dental services; School of Dentistry
- Kate Bracciano, director of admissions visits and special programs; Office of Undergraduate Admissions
- Elisa Coghlan, communication and assessment coordinator; Raynor Library
- Dr. Leah Flack, professor of English; Klingler College of Arts and Sciences
- Dr. Jill Guttormson, professor and dean of the College of Nursing
- Dr. Majeed Hayat, chair and professor of electrical and computer engineering; Opus College of Engineering
- Dr. Carie Hertzberg, senior director, student community service; Division of Belonging and Student Affairs
- Marilyn Jones, director, Lemonis Center for Student Success; Office of the Provost
- Dr. Praveen Madiraju, professor of computer science; Klingler College of Arts and Sciences
- Ray Manista, vice chair of the Marquette Board of Trustees; executive vice president – chief legal and public affairs officer, Northwestern Mutual
- Tim McMahon, vice president for University Advancement
- Derek Mosley, director of the Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education; Marquette Law School
- Rev. Jim Pribek, S.J., assistant vice president, Office of Mission and Ministry
