The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia and the Presidential Search Committee invite nominations and applications for the position of President of Valdosta State University (VSU)
Located 16 miles north of the Florida state line, Valdosta State University is one of four comprehensive public universities in the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1906 as a women’s college, VSU is now a vibrant, coeducational institution serving more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students from nearly every county in Georgia, all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and more than 60 countries.
VSU offers more than 150 academic programs across six colleges, with degrees at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral levels. The university is nationally recognized for academic quality and student outcomes, earning placement on seven of U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Colleges lists, including recognition for undergraduate programs in business, nursing, psychology, and computer science, as well as for social mobility. Award-winning faculty, a U.S. Air Force ROTC detachment, more than 150 student organizations, and a strong Division II athletics program—including national championship cheerleading and dance—contribute to a rich and engaging campus experience.
VSU drives regional progress and economic vitality across South Georgia, generating a $385.3 million economic impact in its six-county host region and supporting more than 3,500 jobs. Through strong community engagement, innovative academic offerings, and flexible learning pathways provided by the Graduate School and Online College for Career Advancement, VSU serves traditional students, working professionals, and adult learners alike.
The University seeks a bold, transformative, and transparent leader with a deep commitment to student success, meaningful community engagement, and the academic enterprise. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong alignment with VSU’s mission and regional role, the ability to articulate a compelling and unifying vision, and a proven record of effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The next President will be a highly visible leader—an engaged listener, effective communicator, and skilled relationship builder—with experience overseeing the financial and budgetary operations of a complex organization. Creativity, sound judgment, entrepreneurial thinking, and the highest standards of integrity and ethical leadership are essential.
Candidates with distinguished leadership experience in higher education, business, industry, government, the military, or related sectors are encouraged to apply and will receive full consideration.
Confidential inquiries, nominations, and applications are invited. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a resume or curriculum vitae and a letter of application. Materials and nominations should be sent electronically to the University’s search consultants, Ann Yates and Dinah DeWitt, at VSUPresident@buffkinbaker.com
TheUniversity System of Georgiais an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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