President of Bethune Cookman University
President of Bethune Cookman University
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10-04-2025
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BethuneCookman University
PRESIDENT
BethuneCookman University invites nominations and applications for the position of President. As one of the nations most prestigious Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) BethuneCookman University has been defined by its enduring commitment to student success innovation in academics and its intimate linkages with and service to its community the state of Florida and the nation. The University was founded 115 years ago by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune a worldrenowned educator pioneer and activist. In July 2022 a statue commemorating Dr. Bethune was unveiled at the U.S. Capitols Statuary Hall to represent the State of Florida making her the first Black person selected by a state to receive this distinction.
Located in the Atlantic coast city of Daytona Beach Florida BethuneCookman University is known for its smalluniversity community feel and its HBCU sensibility for its strong academics and exceptional personalized teaching and for carrying forward the legacy of Dr. Bethune. That legacy includes a dedication to service and an undying commitment to building a vision for the future then applying creativity initiative and resilience to bring success both in college and in the world beyond. Offering 37 undergraduate degrees and 8 graduate degrees through four academic Colleges: Business & Entrepreneurship; Arts and Humanities; Nursing and Health Sciences; Science Engineering & Mathematics the academic reputation of the University and considerable achievements of its alumni continue to attract students from across the state of Florida nationally and abroad. Current enrollment is 2628 undergraduate and 99 graduate students.
Reporting to the Board of Trustees and serving as the leader and chief executive officer of BethuneCookman University the President exercises broad general management responsibilities for all aspects of the Universitys academic student financial development and administrative operations. BethuneCookman University seeks an innovative decisive strategic and energetic leader with a deep commitment to the value and importance of higher education who will embrace the history and legacy of University while leading its growth strengthening its academic offerings enhancing its reputation and assuring its financial stability.
Ideally the President will be a goaloriented leader who possesses strong conceptual strategic communication financial and business acumen; welldeveloped analytical and synthesizing skills and firsthand experience in leading and managing a complex organization. Proven financial strategic planning and implementation skills are required. A terminal degree or professional leadership achievements and experiences that demonstrate preparedness to lead an institution of higher learning are required. Other requirements include a demonstrated ability to inspire motivate and relate well to others an inclusive and collaborative management style experience building a strong leadership team and a proven track record of success in building and cultivating financial support through fundraising and other strategies for revenue growth.
BethuneCookman University has retained Diversified Search to assist in this recruitment. Please send all nominations and applications in confidence to:
The University does not discriminate on the basis of race color national and ethnic origin sex retaliation marital status religion or disability or any other applicable local state or federal regulation. Inquiries regarding provisions for persons with disabilities equal employment opportunity and Title IX matters should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at. The university reserves the right to modify job descriptions at any time in its attempts to improve the operations of the university
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