Gonzaga University, Presidential Search Survey

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* 1. What is your primary affiliation with Gonzaga University?

Faculty member

Staff member

Student

Alumna/us

Parent

Friend/other

Regent

Trustee

Member of the Jesuit community

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* 2. What do you see as the top priorities for the next President? (Please choose five.)

Foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence

Embody the University’s Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic mission and values

Engage alumni in the life of the University

Develop external relationships and cultivate mutually beneficial partnerships

Strengthen enrollment and retention

Improve the affordability and accessibility of a Gonzaga education

Engage with the Logan neighborhood and the city of Spokane

Unify constituents toward common goals

Expand international reach and global experiences

Encourage academic excellence in teaching and research

Articulate GU’s distinctive strengths to raise its recognition and visibility to a wider audience

Lead ambitious fundraising efforts

Provide visionary and strategic leadership

Foster a positive working environment that helps to recruit and retain talented faculty and staff

Further enhance the connection between curriculum and career

Enhance the student experience

Foster the sense of community for which Gonzaga is known

Connect with constituents on campus in an approachable manner

Strengthen the University’s financial sustainability

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* 3. What are the most important qualities for the next President to demonstrate? (Please choose five.)

Undaunted by the demographic shifts affecting university enrollment

Highest integrity and strong moral compass

Visionary and strategic leadership

Deep understanding of the higher education landscape

Experience advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion

Humble, servant-leader style who prioritizes transparency

Openness to new information in making reasoned decisions

Bold and decisive managerial style

Ability to authentically promote Gonzaga’s Catholic and Jesuit mission

Fundraising track record or traits that would predict high potential in this area

Commitment to students

Ability to enhance visibility, reputation, and reach

Motivational role model, mentor, and developer of faculty, staff, and students

Exceptional interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence

Operational, financial, and managerial acumen

Academic credentials to lead a scholarly community

Appreciation for shared governance

Stellar communication skills, including writing, public speaking, and active listening

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* 4. What kind of background is most important for the next President to have? (Please choose five.)

Managing a complex organization

Commitment to the principles of a liberal arts education

Experience in a Jesuit institution

Contributor to national conversation on higher education

Fundraising track record

Faculty experience

Public sector (government) experience

Higher education leadership

Advocate for access and affordability

Track record of engaging alumni and other friends and donors

Private sector (business) experience

International experience and global mindset

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* 5. Is there anything else that you would like the Presidential Search Committee to keep in mind throughout the search? Comments (optional)

The Search Committee thanks you for participating in this survey. If you would like to suggest anyone as a possible candidate, please contact our search consultants at: gonzaga@russellreynolds.com.