CSU President Dr. Jairy Hunter to Transition to President Emeritus in 2018

CHARLESTON, SC (courtesy csuniv.edu) — The Board of Trustees announced today (March 23, 2017) that Dr. Jairy C. Hunter, Jr. will transition from the President of Charleston Southern University to President Emeritus on May 31, 2018 after 34 years of service. Over the past two years, the Board of Trustees and President Hunter have collaborated and developed a Succession Plan to ensure that the University continues to thrive and operate smoothly. Beginning June 1, 2018, as President Emeritus, Dr. Hunter will provide consulting and assistance in key areas such as strategic planning, external relations, resource development, enrollment and financial affairs. Additionally, he will continue to teach in the graduate school School of Business.

Chairman of the Board, Dr. Jerry Williams, expressed appreciation to Dr. Hunter and First Lady, Sissy, for an exemplary job in leading the University for over three decades. “Dr. Hunter’s visionary leadership, tireless dedication and unwavering commitment to Christian higher education literally has transformed CSU into one of the best Christian Universities in the country,” declared Dr. Williams.

“I am gratified that during my tenure thousands of students have received an excellent education in a Christian environment,” stated Dr. Hunter.
The Board will begin a search process for the next president in February 2018. Dr. Michael Bryant, Executive Vice President, will assist President Hunter during this transition period. Inquiries may be forwarded to Presidentsearch@csuniv.edu.

For more information, please visit the CSU website.