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Faculty, alumni urge Jackson State search committee to prioritize fundraising and research rebuilding
Summary
Faculty and alumni told listening sessions the new president must have a track record of fundraising, research leadership and talent retention to restore grants and advance the university's academic mission. Speakers suggested targeting industry partnerships and alumni activation to diversify revenue and support research and facilities.
Faculty, research leaders and alumni at the listening sessions pushed the search committee to prioritize candidates with proven fundraising records and demonstrated ability to rebuild research capacity. Speakers said Jackson State once attracted substantial federal research awards and should aim to restore and expand externally funded research, while also…
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