President Jay Lemons Reflects on the Service of Dr. R. Stanton Hales and the Growth of Academic Search |
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As we begin our 47th year at Academic Search, I am taking a moment to reflect on our history and the individuals who have helped us get to this point.
At Pomona College, there is a mystical, powerful quality associated with the number 47. It has come to be a wonderful part of the lore for the Pomona community. For the past 15 years, Academic Search has had the devoted service of a Pomona alumnus, Dr. R. Stanton Hales. In this time, Stan has led more that 50 searches, including those for presidents, vice presidents, and deans. He has become a valued colleague and partner to the dozens of institutions he has served. It is bittersweet to report that Stan has determined that the time is right for him to transition from the role of senior consultant, and as of this past July 1, Stan has accepted my offer to be an "of counsel" member of our team.
I love the symmetry of thinking of the power of 47 as we thank and salute Stan for his years of superb leadership. Stan has had a remarkable career. He remains close to Pomona and was blessed not only to serve 23 years there but also 17 years at The College of Wooster, first as vice president for academic affairs and then as president from 1995 to 2007.
In Stan's thoughtful manner and way, he has shared with me a report of his observations about the evolution of Academic Search. His eloquent words capture the best of the spirit that has always been present here, that we seek to establish deep, engaged, and trusted relations with the leaders and their colleagues we serve on campuses all across the U.S. and beyond. I deeply appreciated Stan's reminder and I hope that those we serve today know that this has and will always be our goal at Academic Search. We want to know you and your institutions so we can serve and represent you.
As this new academic year begins, all of us at Academic Search want to thank our friend and colleague Stan Hales. We embrace the power and mystery of the number 47 with a hope and a spirit that we can continue to serve you and our shared cause of higher education with distinction, knowing full well that the work we all share is more consequential than ever. Godspeed for the new year!
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American Academic Leadership Institute President Linda Bleicken Discusses Summer Sessions |
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Summer is always a busy time for the American Academic Leadership Institute (AALI). This summer has been no exception but it has also been a joyful time, as both the outgoing academies of the Executive Leadership Academy (ELA), Becoming a Provost Academy (BAPA), and Senior Leadership Academy (SLA) as well as our incoming groups of these academies were able to meet in person for the first time since 2019.
The hunger that the members of these programs felt for community is reflected in this observation by one participant: "I wanted to take a moment and thank you for an incredible few days at the ELA. They were truly impactful for me. I shared with my president that being in that space gave me a sense of belonging that I hadn’t felt for some time. For that, and everything else, thank you. Looking forward to all that is to come."
In addition, during the past two years, there has been a growing level of circumspection among academy members. In contrast to 2019, today's groups are more reflective in their approach to leadership opportunities. There is a growing awareness that the desirability of any new leadership position must be matched by an alignment of the values of the individual and those of the institution.
The implementation of the AALI Diversity Fellowships has also enhanced diversity of many kinds among our academy members. Since the first of these fellowships was offered in 2019, 67 fellowships have been awarded to members of previously underrepresented groups. The benefits of these opportunities accrue not only to the individuals who receive them but also to members of the entire cohort. The tradition continues into the 2022-2023 academic year as 16 fellowships have been granted.
I'd also like to take a moment to continue to celebrate the achievements of our cohorts. Of the 36 members of the 2021-2022 Executive Leadership Academy, six were appointed as presidents by this past June closing seminar.
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In addition to ELA, BAPA, and SLA, AALI sponsors Mastering the Presidential Search Process, which meets twice a year. We are currently recruiting for the next session to be held October 10-11, 2022, and welcome applications and nominations.
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Recruiting Leaders for Higher Education in a Time of Change |
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We are proud to continue to be named to Hunt Scanlon’s list of top 40 most prominent executive search firms serving the higher education sector and top 50 recruiters across all industry sectors. Earlier this summer, President Jay Lemons met with Hunt Scanlon Media to discuss the current market for recruiting university and college presidents and other leadership. To read the Q&A, click here.
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Academic Search Partners with AASCU for Summer Councils |
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Last month, Academic Search served as a sponsor of AASCU's 2022 Summer Council of Presidents, and President Jay Lemons moderated a roundtable discussion joined by Panelists Dr. Emily Cutrer, President of Texas A&M University-Texarkana, and Dr. Ronald S. Rochon, President of the University of Southern Indiana, titled "Leading Up: The Art and Science of Navigating Boards and System Heads".
In addition, Academic Search sponsored AASCU's 2022 Academic Affairs Summer Meeting, where Chief Operating Officer Shawn Hartman took part in a plenary session titled "College Student Views on Free Expression and Campus Speech." Members of the 2021-2022 Becoming a Provost Academy (BAPA) also presented at the meeting.
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Dean of the Artis College of Science and Technology
Radford University
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Dean of Nursing
Maria College
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Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost
Fisk University
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Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Medgar Evers College
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Vice President for Student Affairs
California State University Channel Islands
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Dean of Enrollment Services
South Mountain Community College
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Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs
LaGuardia Community College
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Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
The University of North Carolina Asheville
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Chief Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Officer
Ohio Northern University
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Dean of the College of Engineering
University of Nevada, Reno
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Vice President for Business Affairs
Austin College
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Senior Vice President of Finance & Administration
Iona University
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Dean, College of Science and Health
University of Wisconsin-
La Crosse
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Dean of University Libraries
California State University, San Bernardino
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Dean, School of Business and Information Sciences Felician University
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Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
Athens State University
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Dean, College of Humanities
California State University, Northridge
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Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
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Dean, College of Professional & Continuing Education
California State University Long Beach
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Vice President for Finance and Business
Monmouth College
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Dean, College of Liberal Arts
California State University Long Beach
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Vice President for Student Affairs and Academic Support
University of South Carolina
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Podcast: Leaders on Leadership with Jay Lemons |
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Two years ago, Academic Search launched Leaders on Leadership with Jay Lemons, a podcast series in which higher education leaders share their stories about how they got started in higher education and who influenced their careers along the way. Jay and his guests offer insights for new and aspiring leaders and discuss some of the most pressing issues facing leaders today. We invite you to listen to the recordings thus far. More podcasts to come soon! |
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