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Howard University, Presidential Search Survey
The Presidential Search Committee would greatly appreciate your participation in this anonymous survey, which can be completed in 10 minutes. The results of this survey will be shared with the Presidential Search Committee.
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1.
What is your primary affiliation with Howard University?
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Faculty
Staff
Student
Alumna/us
Parent
Community member/friend
Trustee
Donor
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2.
What do you see as the top priorities for the next President? (Please choose five.)
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Developing a strategic plan to address evolving landscape for higher education (regulatory, enrollment, operational model challenges)
Improve the affordability and accessibility of a Howard education
Strengthen enrollment and retention
Engage with the broader Washington community
Unify constituents toward common goals for the long term viability of Howard
Lead ambitious fundraising efforts
Enhance the performance of Howard's athletics programs
Expand international reach and global experiences
Elevate academic excellence in teaching and research
Provide vision and strategic leadership to ensure Howard adapts and embraces operating models for the future of higher education
Foster the sense of community for which Howard is known
Strengthen the University’s financial sustainability
Develop external relationships and cultivate mutually beneficial partnerships
Engage alumni in the life of the University
Maintain pre-eminence of academic research within Howard's areas of strategic competence
Connect with constituents on campus in an approachable manner
Foster a positive working environment that helps to recruit and retain talented faculty and staff
Continue to evolve the medical enterprise for optimal performance
Enhance the student experience
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3.
Which leadership qualities and personal characteristics are most important for the next President of Howard University to demonstrate? Please select up to five.
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Highest integrity and a strong ethical compass
Ability to inspire, motivate, and build trust across the University community
Sound judgment and thoughtful decision-making
Commitment to engaging meaningfully with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and other stakeholders
Commitment to students and student success
Humility and a servant-leadership orientation
Commitment to collaboration and shared governance
Transparency and openness in leadership
Resilience and adaptability in navigating change and uncertainty
Visionary and forward-looking leadership
Boldness and decisiveness when action is required
Exceptional interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
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4.
Which skills and leadership competencies are most important for the next President of Howard University to possess? Please select up to five.
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Understanding of complex academic, healthcare, research, and administrative enterprise
Exceptional communication skills, including listening, writing, and public speaking
Ability to recruit, develop, and retain exceptional faculty, staff, and senior leaders
Ability to strengthen Howard's visibility, reputation, and national influence
Ability to lead a large, complex organization
Ability to build strong relationships with alumni, donors, partners, and other external stakeholders
Operational and managerial effectiveness
Ability to lead organizational and cultural change
Crisis leadership and organizational resilience
Financial stewardship and resource management
Understanding of the higher education landscape and the forces shaping its future
Strategic vision, planning, and execution
Ability to work effectively within a shared-governance environment
Fundraising and resource-development capability
Ability to strengthen enrollment, retention, and student outcomes
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5.
Which areas of professional background or prior experience would be most valuable for the next President of Howard University to bring to the role? Please select up to five.
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Demonstrated fundraising experience
Experience leading or working closely with a major research enterprise
Public-sector or government leadership experience
Experience leading significant organizational transformation or culture change
International leadership experience or significant global engagement
Senior leadership experience in higher education
Experience cultivating alumni, donors, and other external stakeholders
Healthcare leadership experience, including academic medicine or healthcare systems
Experience with Division I athletics or complex collegiate athletics programs
Executive-level leadership of a large, complex organization
Significant experience within, or demonstrated understanding of, the HBCU community
Experience advancing enrollment, student success, access, and affordability
Experience as a faculty member or academic leader
Private-sector or business leadership experience
Demonstrated national leadership or influence in higher education or another relevant field
Experience managing major financial, operational, or institutional challenges
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Are there any individuals you would like to nominate as a candidate? If so, please provide the names below.
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Is there anything else that you would like the Presidential Search Committee to keep in mind throughout the search? Comments (optional)
The Search Committee thanks you for participating in this survey. For continued updates on the Presidential Search, please visit
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