Provost search listening session set for Nov. 18

By Communications staff, Washington State University
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The university community is invited to share its thoughts about the search for the next provost with search committee members. What individual strengths and traits should be emphasized in selecting candidates for the position? What should be the priorities of the next provost?

Monday, Nov. 18

4:15 to 5:00 p.m.
CUB Jr. Ballroom (CUB 210)
WSU Pullman

Join via Zoom from any location. Meeting ID: 326 685 985

A 15‑member search committee co‑chaired by Julie Kmec, professor of sociology, and Stacy Pearson, vice president for finance and administration and WSU’s chief financial officer, is leading the search. The goal is to name a new provost by the end of spring semester.

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