Swarthmore College
Search for the President
Community Feedback Survey

As Swarthmore College begins the search for its next president, we want to hear from members of the College community about the characteristics you are looking for in Swarthmore's 16th president, and how they will help shape the College's next chapter. Your input will help us and our search consultants finalize the position description and tell prospective candidates a compelling story about Swarthmore.

All of the questions below are optional, except for the one asking about your affiliation with the College. Individual responses will be kept confidential and will only be available to members of the College's search committee and the Isaacson, Miller team.

We also welcome your suggestions for possible candidates, ideally with contact information, brief comments on what makes them a good candidate, and any personal connection you have with the individual.


Thank you for your interest and input in this important search.
What do you consider the greatest, distinctive strengths of Swarthmore College that are important to preserve and foster in the coming years?
What do you consider the greatest challenges and opportunities facing the College and its next leader?
Where would you like to see Swarthmore in five years? What will be different, and what will be the same?
What skills, types of experiences, qualities, and characteristics do you think the next president should possess?
Is there anyone you wish to nominate as a candidate for this position? Please share how you know them and why you think they would be compelling.
Is there anything else you would like to share?
Name (optional):
What is your affiliation with Swarthmore College? (Check all that apply)(Required.)
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