Higher education continues to experience turbulence, including numerous Presidential transitions, and institutions are responding by seeking new Presidents who will thoughtfully and expertly navigate the challenges that lie ahead. As we gear up for the new year, the team at AGB Search is reflecting on the Presidential searches we supported in 2024. Below are some insights from these searches, as well as recommendations...
Enrollment is one of the most pressing issues facing higher education, as enrollment numbers are a primary driver of revenue for both public and private institutions. Colleges and universities have long faced significant challenges with declining enrollment, a trend that was exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although enrollment numbers overall increased by 2.9 percent between 2023 and 2024, five percent fewer...
On September 18, 2024, AGB and AGB Search co-produced and presented a webinar providing an overview on the issues of sustainability on college and university campuses as part of a series of presentations and thought leadership pieces that will be offered during the 2024-2025 academic year. Presentation highlights are provided below. View the full webinar.
The presentation featured Marvin Krislov, President of Pace...
Students today are considering colleges' and universities' commitment to sustainability in their application and enrollment decisions. To remain competitive, higher education institutions must not only make environmental sustainability a strategic priority, they must also ensure it’s embedded throughout the entirety of their ecosystem, including curriculum, research, student life, enrollment, facilities, trustee ...