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Input Sheet for Dr. Richard Prather, Finalist for Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine

Candidate Feedback

Thank you for providing confidential feedback about Dr. Richard Prather, a candidate for Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Oklahoma State University. Responses to this survey will only be shared with President Jim Hess and Provost Jeanette Mendez.
1.Please rate the professional experiences of Dr. Prather with respect to each of the following functions. Please check "neutral or undecided" if you have insufficient information to provide a rating.
Outstanding
Good
Neutral or Undecided
Low
Inadequate
Instruction
Research
Extension and outreach
Strategic planning; development of vision, long- and short-term plans and objectives
Demonstrated ability to manage fiscal and personnel resources
Strong belief in the role and mission of a land-grant university
Commitment to shared governance, transparency, and academic freedom
Innovative collaborator with an understanding of scholarship and the value of interdisciplinary activities
2.Please rate Dr. Prather on each of the following desired attributes. Please check "neutral or undecided" if you have insufficient information to provide a rating.
Outstanding
Good
Neutral or Undecided
Low
Inadequate
Capacity to lead, work, build consensus, and communicate effectively
Collaborative and transparent leadership
Visionary leadership that inspires others
Academic, scholarly, and professional achievements
Demonstrated capacity to lead, work, and communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and leaders in government, business, industry, and other educational agencies and institutions
Demonstrated willingness and ability to interact with rural constituency groups, including but not limited to, rural legislators, rural veterinarians, and agricultural advocacy groups
3.What qualities did you see in Dr. Prather that would make this candidate a successful Dean?
4.What concerns do you have about Dr. Prather in this role?
5.In what capacity have you interacted with this candidate? (check ALL that apply).
6.Please select ALL that apply to you.
7.Do you believe Dr. Prather is suitable for the position?
8.Are there other thoughts you would like to share about this candidate?
9.Your name (optional).