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Chancellor's Search Information

Welcome to Winston-Salem State University’s Chancellor Search website – your gateway to an exciting journey in leadership exploration and discovery. As we embark on this journey to identify the next visionary leader who will guide our institution into a future of excellence, innovation, and impact, this platform serves as a central hub for all stakeholders invested in the search process.

Our commitment to academic distinction and a dynamic learning environment propels us to seek a Chancellor who not only embodies our core institutional values but also brings a fresh perspective, strategic acumen, and a passion for preserving and amplifying our historic mission.

This website offers a comprehensive overview of the Chancellor search process, providing transparency and engagement for all involved. Here, you will find key information about the search committee, the qualities, and qualifications we are seeking in our ideal candidate, and updates on the progress of the search. We invite you to explore the various resources, timelines, and opportunities for participation, ensuring that your voice is heard as we collectively shape the future of our beloved institution.

As we navigate this significant milestone in our legacy, we invite you to join us in this exciting endeavor. Your insights, input, and support are invaluable in the selection of a Chancellor who will inspire, lead, and elevate our institution to new heights.

Thank you for being an essential part of our Chancellor Search process. Together, let's pave the way for a future of excellence in education and leadership.

UNC 200.8 - Policy on Chancellor Searches and Elections

Read the Leadership Statement

Chancellor Search Timeline

Public Feedback Survey

Search Advisory Committee Charge from President Hans

Chancellor's Search Profile

Kathleen Kelly

Kathleen Kelly

Chair of the WSSU Board of Trustees and Search Advisory Committee Chair

Bill Miller ('83)

Bill Miller ('83)

Vice chair of the WSSU Board of Trustees

Dr. Matthew Cullinan

Dr. Matthew Cullinan

Member of the WSSU Board of Trustees

Dr. Pam Oliver

Dr. Pam Oliver

Member of the WSSU Board of Trustees

Mark Holton

Mark Holton

Member of the UNC Board of Governors and Board of Governors chair's designee

Phil Byers

Phil Byers

Member of the UNC Board of Governors and Board of Governors liaison to WSSU

Andrew Kelly

Dr. Andrew Kelly

UNC System Office executive vice president and president’s designee

Dr. Harold Martin

Dr. Harold Martin

Chancellor of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Dr. Lisa Maness

Dr. Lisa Maness

WSSU Faculty Senate chair and professor of clinical laboratory science

Sharon Hill

Sharon Hill

WSSU Staff Senate chair and human resources training specialist

Tyrone McNair, Jr.

Tyrone McNair, Jr.

WSSU Student Government Association president, WSSU Board of Trustees

Crystal Thompkins (’99)

Crystal Thompkins (’99)

Vice chair of the WSSU Foundation Board

Mark Owens

Mark Owens

President and CEO of Greater Winston-Salem, Inc.