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Date: May 17, 2014

Grambling State University New President Could Be Selected By October

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According to source, The Grambling State University presidential search committee hopes to have a new president selected by October, but committee members told Grambling suppers Thursday they'll take as long as needed to find the perfect candidate.

GSU President Frank Pogue is plan to retire as president effective June 30 after serving five years.

On Thursday, the committee provided a tentative timeline for the selection process. The group wants to hire a search firm in May and begin accepting nominations in September. On-campus interviews are slated for early October with the final selection made by the University of Louisiana System Board of Directors later that month.

UL System President Sandra Woodley said if the cost to hire a search firm is more than $50,00 then the system by state law has to accept bids for the service. That may push back the tentative timeline, she said.

"It's very important we know what your thoughts are because we want to incorporate your input and priorities as we determine what you are looking for in your next leader," Woodley told Grambling supporters.

Most of the public comments centered on the need for the next president to be a good recruiter, fundraiser and student-oriented.

Pogue is the eighth president in GSU's 113-year history.

Source:

http://www.shreveporttimes.com

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