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Selecting the next president

The University of Ottawa Board of Governors has started the selection process for the next president and vice-chancellor.

This rigorous, well-established process will extend over approximately eight months. To ensure the selection process runs smoothly, in accordance with the Procedure for Selecting the President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ottawa, the Board of Governors has struck a selection committee, which will be assisted by an executive search firm.

Selection committee activities are confidential. However, to ensure openness with regard to the University community and other interested parties, please find below details on the selection process, the timeline, the executive search firm and the selection committee members. 

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If you have any questions about the recruitment process or if you would like to express your interest in the position, please send an email to the Office of the Secretary General.