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Seattle University Presidential Search
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 Seattle University?
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Faculty member
Staff member
Student
Alumna/us
Parent
Member of the Arrupe Jesuit Community
Friend/other
Member of the local Seattle community or a regional community with a hybrid presence
Trustee
Regent
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2.
What do you see as the top priorities for the next President? (Please choose five.)
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Further enhance the connection between curriculum and career
Enhance financial stability and sustainability
Enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness
Foster the sense of community for which SU is known
Strengthen enrollment and retention
Support efforts to elevate academic excellence in teaching and research
Ensure a vibrant student experience
Bolster the athletics program
Unify constituents toward common goals
Complete major initiatives that are already underway
Cultivate a positive working environment that attracts, develops, inspires, and retains talented faculty and staff
Update facilities and infrastructure
Champion a transformative strategic vision for the University’s future
Articulate SU’s distinctive strengths to raise its visibility and recognition to a wider audience
Lead ambitious fundraising efforts
Facilitate curricular change and enhancement
Embody the University’s Jesuit Catholic ethos and values
Develop external relationships and mutually beneficial partnerships
Connect with constituents on campus in an approachable manner
Improve the affordability and accessibility of a Seattle University education
Engage with the local neighborhood, the city of Seattle, and the regional business community
Expand international reach and global experiences
Engage alumni in the life of the University
Foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence
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What are the most important qualities for the next President to demonstrate? (Please choose five.)
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Strong academic credentials, including a terminal degree and tenure as a full professor
Operational, financial, and managerial acumen
Exceptional interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence
Challenges others to move swiftly and reach ambitious goals
Desire to engage visibly and relationally to build connections with faculty and staff
Ability to lead through change and growth
Commitment to the principles of a liberal arts education
Appreciation for shared governance and transparency
Ability to articulate what makes Seattle University distinctive
Motivational role model, mentor, and developer of faculty, staff, and students
Highest integrity and strong moral compass
Deep understanding of the higher education landscape, especially as it relates to enrollment strategy and market dynamics
Visionary and strategic leadership style
Stellar communication skills, including writing, public speaking, and active listening
Reputation for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion
Humble servant-leadership style
Love of teaching and working directly with students
Dedication to academic research
Collaborative, consultative, and thoughtful decision-maker
Ability to authentically promote the Jesuit Catholic mission
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What kind of background is most important for the next President to have? (Please choose five.)
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Experience at a Jesuit college or university
Advocate for access and affordability
Contributor to national conversation on higher education
Higher education leadership
Collaborating effectively with faculty and staff
Track record of engaging alumni and other friends and donors
Experience working with undergraduate and graduate students
Public sector (government) leadership
Knowledge of Seattle and/or the Pacific Northwest
International experience and global mindset
Collaborating effectively with a board of trustees
Private sector (business) leadership
Experience at a Catholic college or university
Fundraising track record
Managing in a complex organization
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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. If you would like to suggest anyone as a possible candidate, please contact our search consultants at: seattleuniversity@russellreynolds.com
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