PRESIDENT
Founded in 1871, Alcorn State University is the oldest public historically black land-grant institution in the United States and the second-oldest state supported institution of higher learning in Mississippi. Today, Alcorn offers bachelor’s, master’s and educational specialist degrees in more than 40 programs. Alcorn also operates branch locations in Vicksburg and Natchez, Mississippi. The student population is representative of more than 30 states and at least 18 foreign countries. Alcorn is nationally recognized for excellence in liberal arts, agricultural research, technology, music and nursing. Generations of successful alumni have distinguished themselves in the most competitive arenas, including education, medicine, law and business to professional athletics.
The Board of Trustees invites letters of nomination, applications (letter of interest, resume/CV, and references), or expressions of interest to be submitted to the search firm assisting the Board. Confidential review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment is made. It is preferred, however, that all nominations and applications be submitted prior to March 1, 2019. For a complete leadership profile, refer to Current Opportunities on https://www.parkersearch.com/alcornstate-president. For more information on the search, visit http://www.mississippi.edu/ieo.
Laurie C. Wilder, President
Porsha L. Williams, Vice President
Parker Executive Search
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Alcorn State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer