Candidate B Awaits Turn to Speak at J. David Rosenberg College of Law Open Forum

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 17, 2024) —

Comprehensive National Search Brings Finalists to Campus

In a broad national search, the University of Kentucky will host three finalists, including ‘Candidate B’, with the aspiration of finding a new dean for the J. David Rosenberg College of Law. These finalists, characterized by their stark diversity in professional backgrounds and visions, will interact with the community through a variety of forums and meetings.

Open Forum: An Opportunity for Community Engagement

The J. David Rosenberg College of Law will stage an open forum for ‘Candidate B’ at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 18 at the G. Chad Perry III Grand Courtroom. The University of Kentucky community is urged to participate and offer their feedback. For those unable to attend physically, the forum will be available for viewing on Zoom.

The identities and curriculums vitae of the finalists will be disclosed to the UK community 24 hours before their respective forums on the university’s search website. Subsequent to each forum, a recording of the interaction along with an anonymous online survey to gauge opinions about the candidate will go live on the website.

Continuing the Legacy of Excellence

A committed land-grant university, the University of Kentucky, since its establishment in 1865, has propelled the state of Kentucky forward. Built with the vision of creating leaders, fostering transformation, and promoting exceptionalism, the institute is known for its revolutionary breakthroughs, all credited to its community of visionaries, disrupters, and pioneers.

UK is home to 200 academic programs and a $476.5 million research and development enterprise along with a globally recognized medical center. As a testament to its unwavering commitment to progress and inclusivity, Forbes ranked UK among the “Best Employers for New Grads” in 2022. Additionally, the institute was lauded as a “Diversity Champion” by INSIGHT Into Diversity.

The Path Forward: Selecting the New Dean

The search committee, led by UK Provost Robert S. DiPaola, will aid in the selection of the new dean. Following the open forums, feedback received from the committee and the UK community will play a pivotal role in the final decision. The new dean will carry forward the vision of service, inclusivity, and leadership which defines the University of Kentucky.

For more info and updates on the Dean’s selection process, stay connected with the University of Kentucky.