Midland University has finalized a search committee as it begins the process of finding a replacement for President Jody Horner, who announced that she will retire during the 2024-25 academic year once a replacement has been named.
Executive search firm Carter Baldwin has been engaged with the search committee in the process. Bill Peterson, a partner at Carter Baldwin, will serve as the lead for the search and will be supported by Dr. Stephanie Steele, search consultant, and Tatum Preston, director of research.
Members of the nine-person search committee are:
Peggy Hall – Former Vice President of Mission and Spiritual Care Immanuel Communities/Midland University Board of Directors
Rico Munn ’93 – Chief of Staff, Office of the President Colorado State University/ Midland University Board of Directors
Brett Richmond – President & CEO Methodist Fremont Health/Midland University Board of Directors
Mary Shannon – President & CEO Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters/Midland University Board of Directors
Tony Urban ’92 – Principal, Tax Services, RSM/Midland University Board of Directors
Keith Kramme ’87 – Director of Student Success/Director of Athletic Student Achievement, Midland University
Jon Moxness – Associate Professor of Business, Midland University
Lauren Pimentel – Midland University Senior/President of Student Senate 2024-25
Cindy Slykhuis – Vice President – Marketing & Community Engagement RVR Bank
Midland University will provide periodic updates on its website throughout the search process. Members of the campus community will be able to participate in upcoming listening sessions. More information about those sessions will be shared in the coming weeks.
