Southern Utah is experiencing a boom, and at the heart stands Utah Tech University — helping students find career success, driving economic growth and sparking innovation across both rural and urban communities. From St. George to surrounding regions, Utah Tech plays a vital role in expanding access to higher education opportunities and strengthening local economies.
In a time when the value of higher education is questioned on a national stage, Utah Tech’s next president must champion the university’s role as a critical driver of opportunity, innovation and above all, value — for individuals, their families and society. The search for Utah Tech’s next president isn’t just about filling a vacancy; it’s about finding a visionary leader who will shape the university’s future while inspiring and empowering the surrounding community. This individual must understand the transformative power of education, they must have the dedication to unlock Utah Tech’s full potential.
Utah Tech’s next president will advance the Utah System of Higher Education’s 2024-27 strategic plan, which focuses on access, completion, financial value and economic development. These pillars are shaping the future of higher education in the state, reinforcing the value it has for careers and within communities.
As the university’s trajectory rises, the Utah Board of Higher Education is firmly committed to selecting a president for Utah Tech University who will build upon its remarkable achievements and guide its continued evolution as a regional and statewide leader in higher education.
Recognizing the critical need for an expeditious and successful search process, the Board of Higher Ed recently established a new 10-member search committee. This committee represents key stakeholders from the Utah Tech community, including trustees, faculty, staff, students, alumni and administrators, as well as Board of Higher Education members. The committee is charged with identifying candidates who embody Utah Tech’s values and vision, ensuring a thoughtful and inclusive process to support the Utah Board of Higher Education in selecting the university’s next president.
Utah Tech University is a leading force in higher education and workforce development in southern Utah, offering about 300 academic programs with an emphasis on affordability, hands-on learning and real-world application. Aligned with the state’s priorities for higher education, Utah Tech continues to focus on making higher education accessible for individuals to take part in its polytechnic mission and active learning approach to graduate career-ready with a valuable credential.
As Utah Tech moves forward, the Board of Higher Education is seeking a president who will exemplify professionalism, ethics and strong leadership. The Board is fully committed to finding a leader who will ignite success across the institution, navigate its current challenges with integrity and guide the institution through its next phase of growth.
The search committee will work diligently in the coming months to review applications, conduct interviews and ultimately recommend three to five finalists for consideration by the Board of Higher Education. Applications for full consideration are open until Jan. 17, 2025, and the Board aims to name a new president by early March 2025.
The Board of Higher Education and the search committee recognize the significance of this decision and will work tirelessly to represent the voices of students, faculty and staff to identify a leader who understands the unique opportunities and challenges facing Utah Tech University.
We encourage qualified candidates to apply to become part of this extraordinary institution.
For updates on the presidential search and a full list of search committee members, visit utahtech.edu/presidentialsearch.