Executive Searches

Director of Development - Institutional Advancement

Morgan State University, Maryland’s preeminent public urban research university, is on a strong trajectory toward achieving very high research activity (R1) status. As the University prepares to launch the largest and most ambitious comprehensive fundraising campaign in its history, it seeks a dynamic, results-oriented Director of Development to play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the success of this transformative effort.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Development, the Director of Development will lead the planning, implementation, and management of fundraising strategies aligned with the academic and strategic priorities of both the School of Business and the School of Engineering—two of the University’s most innovative and high-impact academic units.

This frontline fundraising role is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts of $25,000 and above from alumni, corporations, foundations, and other stakeholders. Key areas of philanthropic support include scholarships, research initiatives, capital infrastructure, and academic program development. As part of a rapidly expanding and metrics-driven Institutional Advancement operation, the Director will help drive a culture of philanthropy, set and meet fundraising goals, and collaborate with deans, faculty, and advancement colleagues across the University. This position is ideal for a mission-driven professional seeking to make a lasting impact during an unprecedented period of institutional growth and momentum.

Interested individuals should submit their application package here.

Vice President for Student Affairs

Morgan State University has partnered with Academic Search as the exclusive executive search firm for the vacant Vice President for Student Affairs position. Academic Search specializes in executive searches for colleges, universities, and related organizations—partnering with institutions to assemble the strongest teams possible.

Additional information, including application instructions, can be found here.

Morgan State University President David K. Wilson has announced the formation of an executive search committee to identify the next Vice President for Student Affairs. The committee members are as follows:

Dr. Glenda Prime, Dean, School of Education & Urban Studies - Chair

Ms. Oyinkansola Aladeokin, Executive Committee Member, Graduate School Association

Dr. Thurman L. Bridges, Chair and Associate Professor, Teacher Education and Professional Development

Dr. Sonya Clyburn, Director, University Counseling Center

Ms. Reagan C. Coss, J.D., Interim Assistant Vice President, Diversity and EEO

Ms. Dena Freeman-Patton, Vice President and Director for Athletics

Ms. Tamani Grace, President, Student Government Association

Dr. Douglas Gwynn, Director, Residence Life and Housing

Chief Lance Hatcher, MSU Police Department

Ms. Nia Lewis, President, Pan-Hellenic Council

Ms. Natasha Lewis-Williams, Associate Dean, Student Engagement

Dr. Ryan Maltese, Associate Vice President, Student Success and Retention

Dr. Asiah Mason, Director, Office of International Affairs

Dr. Jocelyn Taliaferro, Interim Chairperson, School of Social Work

Dr. Willie E. Thompson, Associate Professor, School of Engineering