Dean

Frostburg State University

Frostburg, Maryland

Frostburg State University (“Frostburg” or “FSU”), a historic, regional comprehensive, and student‑centered institution of the University System of Maryland (USM), seeks a seasoned, forward‑thinking academic leader to serve as the next Dean of the College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences. Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs, the Dean will lead the college through a period of growth and change while advancing its mission to deliver a transformative educational experience grounded in the liberal arts tradition.

The College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences (CHAS) is a vibrant academic community at the heart of FSU's educational mission, preparing students for lives of purpose, leadership, and impact. Through rigorous academic programs and dynamic learning experiences across the humanities, visual and performing arts, and social, physical, and natural sciences, the college fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. As a regional hub for intellectual and cultural enrichment, it promotes civic engagement and cultivates meaningful partnerships across the region. Guided by accomplished faculty dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and artistic expression, the college equips students with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to thrive in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. The next Dean will have an exceptional opportunity to lead the college at a pivotal moment of change and to help reimagine how a liberal arts education can respond to evolving student needs and global challenges.

The Dean will oversee six academic departments, four centers, and nearly 100 full and part-time faculty and staff. The ideal candidate will have a distinguished academic record, be eligible for tenure at the rank of full professor and demonstrate a leadership style that balances thoughtful consultation with decisive action. They will have a proven ability to unite diverse voices around shared goals, coupled with an entrepreneurial spirit to drive bold initiatives. The Dean will champion faculty excellence in research, creative activity, and teaching; foster interdisciplinary collaboration across departments; and advance innovative approaches that strengthen and redefine the liberal arts experience at FSU.

Frostburg State University has engaged Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, for this recruitment effort. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Confidential inquiries, nominations, referrals, and applications (including resumes and two- to four-page letters of interest responding to the opportunities and challenges outlined above) should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller search website: https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/frostburg-state-university-college-humanities-arts-and-sciences/dean

Vijay Saraswat, Partner

Quizayra Gonzalez, Senior Associate

Elizabeth Arvanitis, Senior Search Coordinator

Isaacson, Miller

Frostburg State University affirms its commitment to a campus environment which values human diversity and respects individuals who represent that diversity. Fostering diversity and respect for difference is a fundamental goal of higher education, ranking among the highest priorities of this institution. In both education and employment, Frostburg State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), marital status, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information (including family medical history), and/or having been party to a previous discrimination/harassment complaint/investigation.