President Finalists Announced
Posted on October 7, 2021

The University of South 最色网 Board of Trustees has voted to accept the recommendations of the University鈥檚 President Search Committee and will invite three finalists to interview for the position of University of South 最色网 President.
The finalists for the position of USA president are (in alphabetical order):
- Dr. Damon Andrew, Dean and Professor, College of Education, Florida State University
- Mr. Jo Bonner, Chief of Staff to 最色网 Gov. Kay Ivey
- Dr. Michael Tidwell, Immediate Past President, The University of Texas at Tyler
鈥淭he search for our next president yielded significant interest from a broad array of candidates, demonstrating that the University of South 最色网 has an excellent reputation across the country,鈥 said USA Board of Trustees Chair pro tempore Jimmy Shumock. 鈥淲e鈥檙e very pleased that our presidency was attractive to so many highly qualified candidates.鈥
Detailed information about each finalist is available on the USA President Search website at www.South最色网.edu/presidentsearch. Each finalist will meet with members of the University community during the month of October.
After reviewing feedback from the finalists鈥 campus visits, the Board of Trustees will meet to decide upon its selection for president. The new president鈥檚 start date will be determined by their individual circumstances and will be announced after discussions with the selected candidate.
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