Presidential Search Committee
The Clemson University Board of Trustees has launched a national search to identify the University’s next president. A Presidential Search Committee will lead a comprehensive and engaged process to select a visionary leader to build on Clemson’s momentum. The committee is committed to listening to stakeholders and ensuring a transparent, thorough search aligned with the University’s mission and values.
Search Committee Members
Cheri M. Phyfer
John N. (Nicky) McCarter Jr.
David E. Dukes
Ronald (Ronnie) D. Lee
Patricia (Patti) H. McAbee
E. Smyth McKissick III
Mark S. Richardson
Kim A. Wilkerson*
*non-voting, ex-officio member
Faculty Representative
Antonis Katsiyannis
Alumni Distinguished Professor in the College of Education, faculty Athletics representative and former Faculty Senate president
Board of Trustees
The Clemson University Board of Trustees serves as the governing body of the University, providing oversight and strategic direction in support of Clemson’s mission as a leading public land-grant institution. Composed of dedicated alumni and public servants, the Board ensures fiscal integrity, academic excellence and long-term institutional success while upholding the values and traditions that define the Clemson Experience.
BOT WebsiteExecutive Search Firm
Funk Associates is an executive search firm specializing in higher education executive recruitment. The firm has recruited chancellors/presidents for two-thirds of all public AAU universities. The firm has also recruited presidents or chancellors to more than half of U.S. News & World Report’s recently published “Top 30 National Universities.” It has conducted more than 425 searches for college and university presidents and chancellors in addition to provosts, deans and various vice presidents.
Funk Associates Website
Commitment to Transparency
The Presidential Search Committee is committed to transparency and open communication with Clemson students, faculty, staff, alumni and the public. The Presidential Search website will continue to provide updates as the search progresses.
