Panel narrows field using weighted rankings before appointing replacement

May 1, 2026

Members debated narrowing nine candidates by selecting top-three lists, then used a weighted scoring method (3-2-1) to total rankings; that tally showed Nathan McCaffrey leading before a motion to appoint was made.

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Panel members debated several methods for reducing nine applicants to a manageable shortlist. Some members suggested each person write their top three candidates and check for common denominators; others discussed removing candidates not present. Speaker 7 proposed a weighted scoring system and explained how first-, second- and third-place votes would be assigned 3, 2, and 1 points respectively.

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