As our petition edges toward 500 signatures at 463 today, there is continuing concern about the presidential search committee.
On June 25, 2025, two public input sessions were held to hear from SMC employees and community members. Several comments from the public, as well as students, noted that the make-up of the search committee should be inclusive, NOT exclusive.
The search committee is currently all white board members, a white faculty member and a white SMC college foundation member.
The committee should include at least one student, staff member, and member of the community (who is not already associated with the college).
Citizens Examining the SMC Ad Hoc Presidential Search Committee will remain vigilant in contesting the refusal thus far to expand the search committee and will keep the community updated here and through other local outlets, as we watch and wait…
Our work continues! More signatures keep the spotlight on! Let's reach 500!
- Sign this petition. Leave your comments when signing and share this petition. Scroll down for sharing options.
- Show up. Speak up. Attend the Board of Trustees meetings and contact your elected stewards.
The next board meeting is Wednesday, August 13, 2025. All meetings are held at 8 a.m. in Room 2112 of the David C. Briegel Building on the Dowagiac campus.
- Make your voice heard by:
- Calling 800.456.8675
- Emailing boardoftrustees@swmich.edu
- Sending letters to:
Southwestern Michigan College
58900 Cherry Grove Road
Dowagiac, MI 49047
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