In September 2026, President Gold announced the launch of a national search for the next chancellor of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

A search advisory committee has been assembled and represents a broad range of UNL constituents, both within the university and across the community. Additionally, the national executive search firm WittKieffer has been engaged to assist with candidate recruitment and evaluation. 

Listening sessions will be held on November 12-13 to hear from faculty, staff, students, and others across Nebraska about the qualities, experience and priorities we should seek in the next chancellor. These perspectives will help inform the development of a position profile, with the goal beginning active recruitment in early January 2027. 

Applications will be reviewed and candidates evaluated in early 2027, with confidential interviews with the search advisory committee planned for the spring. The committee’s charge is to identify approximately three highly qualified individuals for President Gold’s consideration. Once a priority candidate is selected by Dr. Gold, there will be a 30-day vetting period and numerous opportunities for individuals to provide an assessment and input on the potential hire.

Updates will continue to be provided on this website.