Presidential Search

T. Berry SmithThe Board of Trustees and its Presidential Search Committee invite nominations and expressions of interest for the position of President of Central Methodist University. This leadership position offers an extraordinary opportunity to continue the positive momentum enjoyed during the presidency of Dr. Marianne E. Inman who will retire next June after 18 years of outstanding leadership as president. It is expected that the next president will assume duties on or about July 1, 2013.

Mission and Creed

Mission
Central Methodist University prepares students to make a difference in the world by emphasizing academic and professional excellence, ethical leadership, and social responsibility.

Creed
The Central Methodist University community, consistent with its United Methodist heritage, strives for academic excellence, individual achievement, and social responsibility. As members of that community we believe in:

  • Seeking knowledge, truth, and wisdom;
  • Valuing freedom, honesty, civility, and diversity;
  • Living lives of service and leadership; and
  • Taking responsibility for ourselves and the communities in which we live.

Search updates are posted regularly on the Search Update page.