Dr. Jeffrey Gold has been selected as the priority candidate to become the University of Nebraska's next president, following a closed session by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents. Gold, who currently serves as the chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, has been involved in various initiatives and developments within the university system. The announcement initiates a 30-day vetting period, with the potential for Gold to officially assume the role in April.
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents has been deadlocked between University of Nebraska Medical Center Chancellor Dr. Jeffrey Gold and Bryan Slone, president of the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce, in the search for the next NU president, meeting criteria set by Gov. Jim Pillen. Other potential candidates include U.S. Rep. Mike Flood and former U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse. Pillen's public criticism of the board may push a member to change their vote, and there is speculation about NU interim President Chris Kabourek's potential interest in the role. The search process has faced criticism for its length and external interference.
