The University of Montana and the Montana Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education announced on April 3 that Dr. Jeremiah Shinn, a presidential finalist, will visit the UM campus on Monday and Tuesday, April 6-7.
Shinn is currently serving as interim president at Boise State University. His visit will include meetings with university leadership, faculty, staff, student representatives, and other campus groups. There will also be an open forum for the public at 3:30 p.m. on Monday in the University Center’s third floor, followed by a community reception at 5 p.m.
Montana Commissioner of Higher Education Clayton Christian said, “The search for UM’s next president has been robust, with a high volume of strong applicants. We are excited to reach this stage of the search, and we encourage faculty, staff, students and the community to participate in this on-campus visit.”
During his time at UM, Shinn will meet with various stakeholders across campus. His curriculum vitae and detailed schedule are available online through the UM Presidential Search webpage.
According to the official website, the University of Montana operates as a public research university emphasizing academic excellence and hands-on education within an inclusive environment. The university accommodates more than 11,000 students according to its official website. It offers undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through established admissions processes according to its official website. The institution provides both virtual and in-person tours for prospective students according to its official website, as well as online and distance-learning options that extend beyond Missoula according to its official website.
The selection process marks an important step for UM as it seeks new leadership within Montana’s higher education sector.