Search consultants say dramatic turnover in research university leadership – including at least 11 major searches this year – is likely to result in more unconventional selections. Partner Jan Greenwood is quoted in this article on the subject: “Because demand exceeds the supply of traditional candidates, we see search committees rethinking what is ‘acceptable’ and what is best for their own institutions." Read more on Inside Higher Ed: https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2012/10/04/major-turnover-research-university-presidencies-could-lead-unconventional-picks
