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Provost Search

Provost Search

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Provost Search

CSB+SJU Launches Search for New Provost

At the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University (CSB+SJU), we are committed to a bold and inclusive vision for higher education – one that honors our Benedictine traditions, amplifies academic rigor, fosters collaboration across disciplines and cultivates leaders for a changing world. As we embark on the search for our next provost, we invite our community –students, faculty, staff, alums and partners – to engage with this process, share their insights and help us identify a leader who will advance our mission of transformative liberal arts education.

Search Committee Members

Ex officio

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is confidentiality so important in a search process?

Many candidates will hold key positions at other institutions and will submit an application only if confidentiality is guaranteed. Members of the search committee have signed an agreement that secures confidentiality for all discussions, documents and deliberations related to the search.

What is the role of the search committee co-chairs?

The search co-chairs are the official spokespersons for the search committee and, thus, the only individuals authorized to speak on behalf of the search committee and the search process. The co-chairs will provide regular updates to the campus community and can address any questions or concerns from members of the community through the duration of the search.

What information can search committee members share with me?

The information search committee members are able to share with the campus community is limited. The committee members are bound by a code of conduct that requires they not share any information discussed during search committee meetings, nor any information related to candidates, even after the search has closed.

Who do I contact if I want to share specific information or if I have a question about the search?

Please contact the search co-chairs ([email protected], [email protected]) or search consultants ([email protected]) with any information or questions.

Will there be regular updates on the search?

Yes, the search co-chairs will provide regular updates to the campus community at critical points in the search, and these updates will be posted to this website.

How can I make a nomination?

Nominations can be submitted in confidence to [email protected]. If you are considering nominating someone, please carefully review the qualifications and experiences as outlined in the position profile before submitting a nomination. Your nomination will go directly to the search consultants, who will reach out to the nominee. The search consultants will not provide your name to the nominee, but you are free to do so.

Are internal candidates treated any differently from external candidates?

Internal candidates are vetted in the same way as external candidates. All candidates are assessed based on the criteria identified in the position profile. The committee very carefully selects the strongest candidates, either internal or external, for further consideration based on the required and desired qualifications.

How will members of the campus community participate in the search process?

Many members of the campus community met with the search consultants during the initial campus visit in early October. The information shared during this visit is particularly valuable during the recruiting phase of the search process. Members of the campus community who were unable to meet with the consultants are invited to share their insights by Oct. 10 through a confidential survey.

When will the appointee take office?

The announcement of the new provost is expected in Spring 2026, with the new provost assuming office in Summer 2026.