Furman University - President Search Survey

The Furman University 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. Thank you for your consideration.

*1.What is your primary affiliation with Furman University?(Required.)

Faculty

Staff

Student

Alumna/us

Trustee

Donor

Parent

Greater Furman community member

Other

*2.What do you see as the top priorities for the next President?
(Please select 5)(Required.)

Build relationships with all constituencies on campus towards common goals

Lead ambitious fundraising efforts to build the endowment and endowed scholarships

Secure the University's financial strength and future

Lead ambitious fundraising effort to upgrade key facilities

Foster a culture of diversity and respect for all

Articulate a vision and strategy for the University's future

Recruit, develop, and retain talented faculty and staff

Improve the University's reputation and rankings -- regionally, nationally, and internationally

Enhance support for the athletics program

Improve the affordability and accessibility of a Furman education

Build relationships between the university and the Greenville community

Lead efforts to enhance academic excellence

Promote a culture of shared governance

Improve student retention and graduation rates

Engage alumni in the life of the University

Improve vibrancy and student life on campus

Set a vision for athletics

Comments (optional):

*3.What are the most desirable qualities for the next President to demonstrate?
(Please select five.)(Required.)

Prioritizes transparency, curiosity, and connects with constituents in an approachable manner

Visionary and strategic leadership

High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal stills

Ability to authentically articulate what makes Furman University distinctive

Strong cultural competence and societal awareness

Motivational role model, mentor, and developer of faculty, staff, and students

Stellar communication and listening skills (including writing, public speaking, and critical feedback)

Creative problem solver

Committed to a high level of visibility and active engagement on campus and in the community

Deep appreciation for the liberal arts and sciences and ability to defend it

Operational, financial, and managerial acumen

Deep understanding of the higher education landscape

Deep understanding of enrollment

Transparent and strong communicator

Comments (optional):

*4.What kind of background would be most desirable for the next President to have?
(Please select five).(Required.)

Financial acumen

Managing a complex organization

Public sector (government) experience

Spent a considerable amount of time at a liberal arts and sciences college

A track record of effectively fostering a culture that values diversity and respect for all members of the community

Strong academic credentials

Fundraising track record

Out of the box thinker with creativity and a proven track record of innovation

Private sector (business experience)

Sitting or former university President

Successful collaboration with faculty and staff

Higher education leadership

Track record of engaging alumni and other friends and donors

Proven track record of complex change management and cultural leadership

Known as a highly engaging, effective communicator

Experience with D1 athletics

Comments (optional)

5.Are there leaders that you would suggest we approach, either as sources of ideas or as potential candidates themselves? Comments (optional)

6.Are there institutions that you generally admire where we could look for talent? Comments (optional)

7.Is there anything else that you would like the Search Committee to keep in mind throughout the search? Comments (optional)