An Opportunity to Lead

After nearly a decade of successful leadership as chief executive, the president of Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College (BSU and NTC) is retiring.  The upcoming vacancy opens an exciting and rewarding opportunity for an individual seeking an executive leadership role. BSU and NTC are vibrant institutions experiencing sustained enrollment growth through strategic investments in new programs, facilities, and technologies.  In addition, they have earned new and renewed professional program accreditations.  Both institutions are well regarded for their educational innovation and creativity, which includes a variety of approaches to distance learning and partnerships.

Call for Nominations

A Personal Note...

I ask that you each reflect on your many and varied experiences.  Have you worked with, or otherwise come to know, professionals whom you believe demonstrate the attributes and characteristics that predict a successful presidency at BSU and NTC?  If so, please nominate the individual(s) by submitting their name and other contact info, if available, to the search consultants

Dr. Roland E. Barden
Chair of the BSU-NTC Presidential Search Advisory Committee
President Emeritus

Review of Candidate Materials Start January 11

Review of candidate materials will begin on January 11, 2010.  The anticipated start date for the new president has been set for July 1, 2010. Application materials should include a letter of application and a curriculum vita. Applications, nominations, and requests for information should mention the Bemidji presidency.

Bemidji State University

Northwest Technical College