Ringling College of Art + Design Presidential Search Survey

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* 1. What is your primary affiliation with Ringling College?

Faculty member

Staff member

Student

Alum

Parent

Donor

Community member

Current or former trustees

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* 2. What do you see as the top priorities for the next President? (Please choose three).

Provide access to an enviable education to broader group of students

Champion a transformative vision for the College

Enhance the College’s long-term financial sustainability

Maintain a visible presence on campus and in the local community

Augment support for students and enhance the student experience

Lead ambitious fundraising efforts

Encourage a culture of thinking and acting boldly

Strengthen relationships and mutually beneficial partnerships in Sarasota and beyond

Raise the College’s academic excellence and recognition

Foster a culture of inclusion and belonging

Cultivate a positive working environment

Unify constituents toward common goals

Pursue innovation in emerging technologies (e.g., AI) to keep the curriculum on the cutting edge and expand career opportunities for students

Expand international reach and global experiences

Promote Ringling College to a global audience

Recruit, develop, and retain talented faculty and staff

Strengthen enrollment, retention, and graduation rates

Engage alumni in the life of the College

Improve the affordability and accessibility of a Ringling College education

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* 3. What kind of experience is most important for the next President to have? (Please choose three).

Professional leadership in art and cultural institutions

Private sector leadership (e.g., business executive)

Experience working with an external board

Effective collaboration with faculty and staff

Track record of engaging alumni, friends, and donors

International experience and global mindset

Public sector leadership (e.g., elected official)

Successful fundraising track record

Managing a complex organization

Expertise in art/design education

Advocate for access and affordability

Commitment to the principles of a liberal arts education

Higher education leadership

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* 4. What are the most important qualities for the next President to demonstrate? (Please choose three).

Strong academic credentials, including a terminal degree and tenure as a full professor

Reputation for fostering an inclusive environment

Visionary and strategic leadership style

Open mindset to emerging technologies

Stellar communication skills, including writing, public speaking and active listening

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

Bold and decisive managerial style

Collaborative, consultative, and transparent decision-maker

Humility, relatability, and accessibility

Ability to articulate and promote what makes Ringling College distinctive

High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills

Nuanced understanding of enrollment and demographic trends

Impeccable integrity and strong moral compass

Sense of urgency in pursuing ambitious goals

Creative and forward thinking

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* 5. Is there anything else that you would like the Presidential Search Committee to keep in mind? Comments (optional)

The Search Committee thanks you for participating in this survey. If you would like to suggest anyone as a potential candidate, please contact our search consultants at: ringling@russellreynolds.com.