Elmira College seeks a visionary, relational, and operationally savvy leader to serve as its next president.
Building on 170 years of academic excellence and innovation, Elmira remains steadfast in its mission to prepare students for leadership and service through a distinctive blend of liberal arts and professional education. Recent academic innovations— including new majors in Forensic Science and Social Work, and an accelerated BS-to-DO program—reflect Elmira’s commitment to aligning liberal arts with professional pathways.
Students from across the U.S. choose Elmira for its close-knit community, where administrators, faculty, and staff actively support academic and extracurricular success. Financially strong and preparing for a significant comprehensive campaign, Elmira awarded more than $16 million in scholarships last year and raised over $5.9 million in philanthropic support.
The next president will build on this momentum—ensuring leadership continuity, strengthening resources, advancing a comprehensive campaign, and honoring Elmira’s rich traditions while embracing innovation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong business and organizational acumen, deep understanding of issues facing small, tuition-dependent colleges, and exceptional emotional intelligence. They will thrive through authentic engagement with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the broader Elmira community. An earned terminal degree is strongly preferred.
All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or résumé, and a letter of interest addressing the responsibilities and requirements described in the leadership profile. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by March 16, 2026. Applications, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to the WittKieffer consultants supporting this search: Robin Mamlet, Sandra Chu, and Corin Edwards at [email protected].