PUHI — The search for Kauai Community College’s new chancellor has begun.
The position was announced locally and nationally on Friday, and the expected start date is Jan. 2, 2020. KCC Chancellor Helen Cox is planning to retire at the end of December. She will have served as chancellor for more than 11 years.
In making the search announcement, University of Hawaii Interim Vice President for Community Colleges Erika Lacro said KCC is seeking a visionary, creative and collaborative leader who can guide the college to address challenges and opportunities.
“The next chancellor must embody Kauai CC’s mission of being a kahua (foundation/site) that inspires, engages and empowers learners and educators to enrich their community and world,” Lacro said.
Search timeline
August: The Chancellor Search Advisory Committee plans to begin screening applicants and nominees.
October: In addition to in-person finalist interviews, on-campus visits will be scheduled to ensure that students, faculty, staff and other stakeholders are able to attend open forums.
October: Lacro plans to submit her recommended candidate for appointment to UH President David Lassner.
January: Expected start date of the new chancellor.
Chancellor Search
Advisory Committee
The 19-member committee includes representation from KCC’s constituency groups: faculty, students, Makaloa Council (Native Hawaiian), civil service staff, Administrative Professional and Technical (APT) staff, operations and maintenance staff, administrators, organizational units and community leaders: Margaret Sanchez, administrator and CSAC chair; James Andrews, faculty and CSAC vice chair; William Arakaki, community; Carna Brown, APT; Terrence Bruns, faculty; Jen Chahanovich, community; Beorn Chantara, student; Malia Chun, Makaloa Council; John Constantino, Student Services; Gigi Drent, faculty; Sharon Ehlers, faculty; Gary Ellwood, Academic Services; Lisa Ka‘aihue, Operations and Maintenance; Deanne Koshi, Administrative Affairs; Carol Llego, civil service; Pat McGrath, faculty; Steven Nakata, faculty; Maili Ornellas, student; Eric San George, faculty; and Candace Tabuchi, search coordinator.
