The University of Montana Western is conducting a national search to identify its next Chancellor. The Chancellor plays a key role in advancing Montana Western’s distinctive educational mission and supporting students, faculty, staff, and the surrounding community. This page provides information about the search process, committee members, and the executive search firm supporting the effort.
For best consideration, complete applications should be received before February 16, 2026.
Search Committee
- Chair: Tyler Trevor, MUS Deputy Commissioner, [email protected]
- Jeff Southworth, Regent, Montana University System, [email protected]
- Heather Hoyer, Regent, Montana University System, [email protected]
- Roxanne Engellant, Executive Director, UMW Foundation and Alumni, [email protected]
- Brian England, Associate Professor (Business), [email protected]
- Brian Elliott, Division Chair, (History, Philosophy, & Social Sciences) [email protected]
- Kyle Richardson, Assistant Professor (Biology), [email protected]
- Kathy Shipman, Instructor (Education), [email protected]
- Elizabeth Fulbright, ASUMW President, [email protected]
- Shane Puyear, Manager/Stockman Bank, [email protected]
- Judy Siring, Foundation Board Member, [email protected]
- Ryan Nourse, Head Football Coach, [email protected]
- Jaime Ochoa, Registrar & Senior Director of Enrollment Management, [email protected]
- Vanessa Rogers, Budget Analyst / Procurement, [email protected]