Published March 13, 2026
Dear Members of the UB Community,
Thank you for your nominations and feedback throughout the presidential search process. Your input has been incredibly valuable and continues to shape this important work.
The search committee is in a confidential phase which includes candidate recruitment, candidate application review and candidate interviews. This is a rigorous stage of the process, focused on thorough vetting and in-depth conversations with candidates.
We are pleased to share that the applicant pool is both strong and diverse, consisting of many highly accomplished individuals with a wide range of leadership experience. The committee remains committed to conducting a comprehensive and thoughtful evaluation to identify leaders who align with UB’s values, mission, and aspirations.
In late March, the search committee will recommend a group of finalists to the UB Council for its consideration. The UB Council will then forward its recommendations to the SUNY Chancellor, who will oversee the final steps of the selection process.
On behalf of the entire search committee, thank you for your continued interest and trust as we move through this important search.
Sincerely,
Jerry Jacobs Jr.
Chair, Presidential Search Committee
Chair, UB Council