Message from Board Chair
At Beacon College, our commitment to excellence and innovation guides everything we do. As we begin the search for our next president, we are dedicated to a transparent and inclusive process that engages our community and identifies a visionary leader who will advance our mission, champion student success, and build on our extraordinary legacy.
—Sarah Flanagan, Board Chair
Search Timeline
Below is a high‑level overview of the anticipated search process. Dates may be refined as the search progresses.
| Search Stage | Approximate Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Formation of Search Committee | Spring 2026 | Co-chaired by trustees Sheldon Horowitz and John Rogers, with additional trustees Lynne Brown and Jim Hundrieser. Additional representatives will be appointed in the near future. |
| Stakeholder Input and Surveys | Spring 2026 | Community forums, surveys, and interviews to gather input on desired qualities for the next president. |
| Candidate Recruitment | Summer 2026 | Nationwide search process begins. |
| Candidate Review | Fall 2026 | Search committee evaluates applicants and selects finalists. |
| Campus Visits and Forums | Winter 2026 | Finalists meet with faculty, staff, students, and community members. |
| Final Selection and Announcement | Spring 2027 | Board of Trustees appoints the next president. |
| New President Assumes Office | Summer 2027 | Official start date of the new president. |
Updates and News
Latest Updates
Beacon College is committed to keeping the community informed throughout the search. Regular updates will be posted on this webpage.
- Winter/Spring 2026: Search committee formed; co-chairs appointed. Additional representatives still to be named.
- Spring 2026: Community feedback opportunities announced.
- Spring 2026: Executive search firm selected.
Check back regularly for new updates as the search progresses.