Jordan Rushton named 3rd Dixie Technical College President

The Utah Board of Higher Education selected Jordan Rushton as the third president of Dixie Technical College today, Sept. 15, 2022, following an extensive national search. Rushton has served as interim president of Dixie Tech since April 2022. Rushton will assume the position on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022. He succeeds Kelle Stephens, who served as… Continue Reading Jordan Rushton named 3rd Dixie Technical College President
Utah Business, Living Color Utah to honor Laís Martínez, USHE’s inaugural assistant commissioner for equity, diversity, inclusion

Martínez among 23 other individuals and organizations to be recognized for working toward a more equitable and inclusive future for Utah at annual gala The Utah System of Higher Education’s inaugural Assistant Commissioner for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Laís Martínez, will be honored at the fourth-annual Living Color Gala, presented by Utah Business and Living Color… Continue Reading Utah Business, Living Color Utah to honor Laís Martínez, USHE’s inaugural assistant commissioner for equity, diversity, inclusion
Dixie Technical College presidential search narrowed to three finalists

After an extensive national search, the Dixie Technical College Presidential Search Committee has recommended three finalists to the Utah Board of Higher Education for the position of Dixie Technical College President: Ben F. Bigelow, Abby Lee and Jordan Rushton. “I want to thank the Dixie Technical College Presidential Search Committee for dedicating their time to… Continue Reading Dixie Technical College presidential search narrowed to three finalists
Utah Board of Higher Education welcomes new Chair, Vice Chair at July meeting

Chair Lisa Michele Church (Left); Vice Chair Jesselie Anderson (Right) Four new Board members sworn in The Utah Board of Higher Education welcomed Lisa Michele Church as chair during its meeting hosted at Southern Utah University today. The Board also welcomed newly appointed Vice Chair Jesselie Anderson, and four new Board members were sworn in.… Continue Reading Utah Board of Higher Education welcomes new Chair, Vice Chair at July meeting
Southern Utah University presidential search narrowed to three finalists

Public meetings with finalists July 13; presidential appointment expected July 15 After an extensive national search, the Southern Utah University Presidential Search Committee has recommended three finalists to the Utah Board of Higher Education for the position of Southern Utah University President: Mindy Benson; Mablene Krueger; and Alan Utter. Finalists will participate in public forums… Continue Reading Southern Utah University presidential search narrowed to three finalists
Utah Board of Higher Education appoints Stacee McIff as interim president of Snow College, effective July 2022

The Utah Board of Higher Education named Stacee McIff as interim president of Snow College, to take effect on July 1, 2022. McIff has served as vice president for technical education and workforce development at the college since 2021 and will lead Snow College during the Utah Board of Higher Education’s search for its next… Continue Reading Utah Board of Higher Education appoints Stacee McIff as interim president of Snow College, effective July 2022
Gov. Spencer J. Cox Appoints Four Additional Members to Serve on the Utah Board of Higher Education

Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed the following members to serve on the Utah Board of Higher Education: Grace Acosta, Richard Wheeler, Xitlalli Villanueva, and Heather Johnson. The governor’s nominations are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. The Utah Board of Higher Education oversees the Utah System of Higher Education, which includes eight public colleges… Continue Reading Gov. Spencer J. Cox Appoints Four Additional Members to Serve on the Utah Board of Higher Education
Gov. Spencer J. Cox Appoints Members to Serve on the Utah Board of Higher Education

Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed the following members to serve on the Utah Board of Higher Education: Stan Albrecht, Julie Beck, Rich Christiansen, Hope Eccles, and Steve Starks. The governor’s nominations are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. The Utah Board of Higher Education oversees the Utah System of Higher Education, which includes eight… Continue Reading Gov. Spencer J. Cox Appoints Members to Serve on the Utah Board of Higher Education
Call for Feedback: DRAFT SUU Presidential Search Invitation for Applications & Nominations

Please send any confidential feedback regarding the DRAFT Southern Utah University Presidential Search Invitation for Applications and Nominations to suupresidentialsearch@ushe.edu. DRAFT SUU Presidential Search Invitation for Applications & Nominations PRESIDENT The Utah Board of Higher Education invites nominations and applications for the position of President of Southern Utah University—one of 16 institutions within the Utah System of… Continue Reading Call for Feedback: DRAFT SUU Presidential Search Invitation for Applications & Nominations
Southern Utah University Presidential Search Committee announces public meetings

Southern Utah University Presidential Search Committee announces public meetings The Southern Utah University Presidential Search Committee will host three public meetings on Jan. 18, 2022, to obtain input from members of the campus community and the general public on the search for the next SUU president. Attendees will have the opportunity to join in person… Continue Reading Southern Utah University Presidential Search Committee announces public meetings