Illinois State University Presidential search down to four candidates

Posted on February 13, 2024
The search is down to four candidates. (Photo courtesy: Illinois State University)

By Blake Haas

NORMAL – The search for Illinois State University’s next President is down to four candidates.

During a Presidential Search, a committee comprised of University leaders received 41 applications for the President’s position.

After review, the committee selected 11 candidates to conduct interviews with the search committee.

The committee then narrowed down the pool to five candidates.

Since then, one candidate has withdrawn from consideration for personal reasons.

The public can meet the four finalists during open forums set for February 19, 22, 26, and 29.

Each open forum will be held from 1:30-2:45 p.m. in the Old Main Room, Bone Student Center.

The University will release the candidate’s bios 24 hours ahead of their scheduled forum.

Blake Haas can be reached at [email protected].

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