University of Nebraska System President Ted Carter has announced that following a national search, he has named Rodney D. Bennett, Ed.D., a 30-year veteran of higher education with a track record of growing research, student success and impactful partnerships, as the priority candidate for the next chancellor of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

As required by state law, Bennett’s candidacy now undergoes a 30-day vetting period, beginning May 22, 2023, that will include a series of public sessions during which members of the UNL community and the news media can meet Bennett and ask questions. The schedule for the open forums is being finalized now and will be released in the coming days on this website. Members of the public are invited to submit feedback about Bennett’s candidacy anytime during the 30-day period at the link below.