PIERRE, S.D. – The South Dakota Board of Regents has officially begun the search for the next president of Northern State University (NSU) in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Serving around 3,500 students on a 75-acre campus, NSU is recognized for its quality instruction, community engagement, and a range of extracurricular activities. As a regional comprehensive university, it meets educational and workforce needs in business, academics, the arts, and sciences, offering personalized teaching and flexible online programs.

CANDIDATE PROFILE & APPLICATION PROCESS

The Board of Regents seeks a forward-thinking, collaborative leader capable of building upon NSU’s existing strengths as a regional comprehensive university. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in academic leadership, innovation in student services, engagement with faculty and community partners, and strategic campus stewardship.

Applicants must submit all materials electronically, and priority consideration will be given to applications received by September 24, 2025. All applications will remain confidential except for those individuals selected to participate in on-campus interviews.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

• Letter of interest
• Current résumé or CV
• Names with contact information (position, address, email, phone) for at least five professional references

Visit northern.edu/nsu-presidential-search for the full position description and application process. 

For questions or accommodations during the application process, contact:
Kayla Bastian, Chief Human Resource Officer | South Dakota Board of Regents
Phone: 605‑773‑3455 | Email: kayla.bastian@sdbor.edu