Approximately 15 community members went to Union South Friday to give input on the upcoming University of Wisconsin-Madison chancellor search, continuing a trend of low attendance at the search committee’s public forums.
The committee opened itself up to recommendations through three discussions last week Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Approximately 15 participants attended each session.
Chancellor Search and Screen Committee Chair David McDonald said he felt the low attendance resulted partially from scheduling during class time and partially from where the committee is in the process, saying “there isn’t a lot of buzz around campus yet.”
Despite the low turnout, McDonald said the sessions provided valuable campus opinion on the chancellor search, adding lower numbers allowed for better dialogue between the committee and attendees.
According to McDonald, the main point the community expressed to the CSS committee was the desire for a candidate who is dedicated to accessibility, innovative teaching, shared governance and forming a strong relationship with Wisconsin citizens.
The committee will also host a web chat Oct. 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. to solicit more input.
