FSU Presidential Search nears an end

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<p>Flashback! A comparison with the last job search in 2009. These where the final 3 candidates:</p>

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Eric Barron — director, National Center for Atmospheric Research (2008-present). Previously served as dean of the Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin (2006-2008); dean, College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, Pennsylvania State University (2002-2006); and professor of geosciences, Pennsylvania State University. (1989); Received his bachelor’s degree in geology from Florida State in 1973.</p>

<p>Kevin Bedell — vice provost for research (2006-present) and John H. Rourke Professor of Physics (1999-present), Boston College. Formerly served as an adjunct faculty member in the Florida State University Department of Physics (1991-1995). Has been a fellow of the American Physical Society since 1993.</p>

<p>Steven Leath — vice president for research and sponsored programs, University of North Carolina (2007-present). Previously served as associate dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, University of North Carolina (2005-2007); interim associate dean, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, University of North Carolina (2003-2005); and director of the North Carolina Agricultural Research Service (2003-2007).

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<p>I’m surprised at the lack of current university/college presidents applying for the role. Why wouldn’t the presidents at a directional school (UCF, East Michigan, Georgia Southern), or less prestigious (and lower paying) school apply? I wonder if Florida’s sunshine laws have anything to do with it? Barron was able to apply for the PSU job, without it being known. Would the President of Utah State have applied, if his application could have been kept confidential?</p>