The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has relaunched a national search for the executive director of the Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management.
The search is co-chaired by Bob Mackalski, associate professor of practice of marketing, and Monique Snowden, interim associate vice chancellor for enrollment management. National executive search firm Summit Search Solutions will again assist with the search.
The Raikes School is one of the nation's top programs in interdisciplinary education, equipping students with the skills and perspectives needed to tackle complex business and technology challenges and drive innovation.
The executive director is responsible for leading the formulation and execution of strategic plans aimed at enhancing quality, reputation and impact, and fostering growth; cultivating and reinforcing relationships within the university and externally, seeking collaborative opportunities; securing financial support, and advancing the efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability of the school; and ensuring the provision and cultivation of an exceptional cutting-edge curriculum, faculty, and staff to educate and support students. The position is also responsible for attracting, recruiting and retaining, and ensuring the success of outstanding students from around the globe.
Other members of the search committee include:
- Brian Poppe, member, Raikes Corporate Advisory Board;
- Seth Polsley, assistant professor of practice, School of Computing and Raikes School;
- Alisha Bevins, assistant professor of practice, School of Computing and Raikes School;
- Jake Koperski, assistant director of Startup Studio, Raikes School; and
- Clara Delzell, undergraduate student, senior, Raikes School.
Faculty and staff can submit nominations directly to directly to Carrie Coward, president of Summit Search Solutions, with a copy to Allison Wortmann, EVC Office academic personnel and human resources specialist with the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor. Nominations should include the nominee’s name, current position and contact information.
More information will be available at go.unl.edu/raikes.
