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SEARCH PROSPECTUS: FOUNDING DEAN OF THE NEWYORK-PRESBYTERIAN IONA SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES TABLE OF CONTENTS LEADERSHIP TEAM ABOUT IONA COLLEGE FACILITIES 5 LOCATION 6 THE CREATION OF THE NEWYORK-PRESBYTERIAN IONA SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES LEADERSHIP AGENDA FOR THE DEAN OF THE SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS 11 THE APPLICATION PROCESS 12 FAST FACTS 13 SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences Iona College, a nationally recognized independent liberal arts college serving close to 3,600 students, announces a national search for a founding dean for the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences The College was founded in 1940 by the Congregation of Christian Brothers, a religious order of educators Iona is a private Catholic college located on a 45-acre campus in New Rochelle, only 20 miles north of Manhattan in suburban Westchester County, New York The Dean, who will report directly to the Provost, will serve on the President’s Cabinet, and will work closely with the President and leadership team This key leadership position provides extraordinary vision, strategic direction, and entrepreneurial management The Dean will have the opportunity to help mold and shape the future of this new School, which NewYorkPresbyterian has supported with a gift of $20 million Iona College anticipates commencing classes at the Iona Bronxville campus in the fall of 2022 A link to the announcement of the partnership can be found here The Dean is expected to take office in February 2022 or soon thereafter In the last several years, Iona has expanded and strengthened its academic programs, enhanced its physical plant, and heightened its sense of campus community The Dean will join an institution with impressive momentum, an innovative spirit, and an aspirational culture As the College shapes its ambitious goals for the future, strategically aligning its planning for academic programs, enrollment management, development, communications, and marketing, this key position provides significant opportunity for experienced and inspiring leadership SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences LEADERSHIP TEAM President Seamus Carey, Ph.D., a national leader in higher education and a noted advocate of the relevance and importance of a liberal arts education, became Iona College’s ninth president on July 1, 2019 President Carey has a long and successful tenure in higher education including president of Transylvania University in Kentucky; dean of Arts and Sciences at Sacred Heart University in Connecticut and chairman of the philosophy department at Manhattan College in New York Since coming to Iona, he has made transformational changes which include the planned purchase of the Concordia College Campus in Bronxville, the partnership with NewYork-Presbyterian to open a new School of Health Sciences, and launching the Gaels Go Further mentoring program connecting Iona Alumni and students Darrell P Wheeler, Ph.D., MPH, ACSW, a nationally recognized leader, educator, and scholar, has served as Iona College’s provost and senior vice president for academic affairs since July 1, 2018 Dr Wheeler came to Iona from the University at Albany (SUNY), where he served as dean of the School of Social Welfare, vice provost for public engagement, and professor A well-regarded and active scholar, Dr Wheeler has published and presented extensively in the areas of health and mental health disparities; HIV prevention and intervention; minority health; individual and community resilience; LGBTQ community health and intervention; social justice; and community service and has been the recipient of numerous distinguished awards and honors The President’s senior leadership team, comprised of highly effective leaders, educators, and scholars, contributes to strategic planning efforts to enhance retention, expand faculty development opportunities, diversity, and ensure student success at Iona ABOUT IONA COLLEGE A diverse community of learners and scholars with a commitment to academic excellence in the tradition of American Catholic higher education, Iona College celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2020, having opened its doors in 1940 with nine Christian Brothers and six lay faculty greeting the first class The Christian Brothers named the College after Iona, a tiny island off the west coast of Scotland, home to the historically pivotal monastery of St Columba Today, Iona is a midsized, “Master’s L,” Carnegie Classification Catholic college of approximately 3,000 undergraduate and 600 graduate students from 35 states and territories and 40 countries It has 50,000 alumni around the globe Known for its liberal arts core curriculum and commitment to service and pre-professional programs, this NCAA Division I school offers 37 undergraduate majors, 42 minors, and 26 graduate programs SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences IONA COLLEGE (CONT.) Iona has a School of Arts and Sciences, the LaPenta School of Business and is in the process of creating the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences Iona’s enhanced academic standing is evidenced by its national accreditations in its business, computer science, education, school psychology, marriage and family therapy, chemistry, occupational therapy, communication sciences and disorders graduate program, and social work programs The College offers a variety of learning opportunities for students, from the academic rigor of its Honors program to its multi-faceted and increasingly diverse living and learning communities Iona College was on the front lines of COVID-19 when the virus first hit New Rochelle in March 2020 Hailed as the “first to close, first to reopen,” Iona nevertheless pushed ahead on its path of innovation A year later, this small Catholic liberal arts college just north of New York City has emerged as an anomaly in higher education: while national enrollment plummeted, Iona’s enrollment rose by 15 percent Iona not only revamped many of its traditional course offerings, but also launched several new degrees this year The College also incentivized faculty to reexamine and reinvent the curriculum and course offerings to align with market changes and demands The launch of a new logo, website and brand promise: “Learn Outside the Lines” was the result of a community effort Iona also hired Hall of Fame men’s basketball coach Rick Pitino, who is eager to claim the team’s 14th MAAC Championship and lead Iona even deeper into the March Madness of the NCAA tournament The Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, meanwhile, launched its first two dynamic new majors this year – a BA in Entrepreneurial Leadership and a BBA in Entrepreneurship Also new to the Hynes Institute is an online advanced certificate in Entrepreneurship & Innovation Programs are designed to inspire students to be innovative leaders and problem-solvers, empowering them to be agents of change in the world From its founding through to today, Iona has welcomed a high percentage of first-generation college students The student body is diverse The alumni body is deeply committed to the success of the school The Board of Trustees is both engaged and invested in Iona’s long-term success in changing times, while appreciative of the school’s unique history In other words, Iona has a uniquely compelling story to tell FACILITIES New buildings and facilities, completely renovated classrooms and simulation labs, and comprehensive technology and equipment upgrades have also been a critical component of Iona’s success The College recently completed a $37 million renovation of its renowned LaPenta School of Business, just months after cutting the ribbon on the new Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation and the dramatically upgraded Hynes Athletics Center The new LaPenta School of Business facility is having a dramatic impact on Iona, more than doubling the academic space for use by faculty and students from both the LaPenta School of Business and the College’s School of Arts & Science High-tech learning spaces include state-ofthe-art classrooms and computer labs, a central atrium event space, case study and meeting rooms, faculty offices, a lecture hall, a business career center, and an expanded trading floor Iona recently announced plans to build a new health sciences school in collaboration with NewYorkPresbyterian Hospital (NYP) The NYP-Iona School of Health Sciences will be housed on a new campus, which Iona is in the process of acquiring from Concordia College in Bronxville, NY The new campus is just miles from Iona’s New Rochelle campus and adds 28 acres and over a dozen buildings to the growing Iona community NYP has gifted $20,000,000 to assist Iona with the build-out of a state-of-the-art health sciences program that will create a pipeline for clinical placements and full-time careers Additionally, the Bronxville campus will add new athletic fields, tennis courts and studio art and performance arts facilities that will provide more space for robust student activities including club sports from lacrosse to e-sports alongside traditional arts such Irish step dancing and a cappella singing SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences LOCATION Iona College is located in New Rochelle (Westchester County), NY It is two miles from Long Island Sound, 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan, and two miles north of the New York City border Its lovely, treelined 45- acre main campus features well-maintained red-brick buildings with stately white columns and is anchored on the eastern side by the new LaPenta School of Business building The surrounding town of New Rochelle has a population of approximately 80,000 New Rochelle is serviced by the Amtrak and Metro North commuter rail station, the second busiest commuter railroad in North America, offering service between New York City and northern suburbs in New York and Connecticut The city of New Rochelle offers a myriad of activities: theaters, parks, beaches, dining, nightlife, and cultural events The heart of New York City is a short ride away There, students and faculty alike can experience the vibrant hub of international finance, arts, sports, and communications for both internship and career opportunities, in addition to recreational and cultural activities SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences THE CREATION OF THE NEWYORK-PRESBYTERIAN IONA SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES Initiated earlier this year, an agreement was finalized for Iona College to acquire Concordia College’s 28acre campus in Bronxville, NY Iona’s 45-acre campus in northern New Rochelle is located approximately three miles from the Bronxville campus This announcement set the stage for Iona to pursue plans for a school of health sciences on the Concordia campus, furthering Iona’s strategic investment in the field and building upon Concordia’s legacy of excellence in health science education The pending purchase creates opportunities for Iona to expand new student programming and become a vibrant hub of activity, hosting world-class seminars, speakers, performing arts, athletics, art exhibits, and summer camps In July 2021, Iona College and NewYork-Presbyterian  announced the establishment of the NewYorkPresbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences (School of Health Sciences or School) to be principally located on the College’s Bronxville campus The NewYorkPresbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences is expected to offer a new vision for collaborative health care education, modern workforce development, and community care NewYork-Presbyterian supported the creation of the School of Health Sciences with a gift of $20 million Iona College anticipates commencing classes at the Iona Bronxville campus in the fall of 2022 The collaboration between Iona College and NewYork-Presbyterian is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Iona College, train the next generation of health care professionals, and support the communities the institution serves The School of Health Sciences will provide Iona students with the opportunity to complement their liberal arts education with the knowledge and skills required to excel in the health care industry Through the relationship with NewYork-Presbyterian, Iona will offer cutting-edge education in the health sciences with an eye toward meeting the demands of the health care industry It is anticipated that the School of Health Sciences will become a model for mission-based collaboration between higher education and health care in the service of the public good SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences THE CREATION OF THE NEWYORK-PRESBYTERIAN IONA SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES (CONT.) ABOUT NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN NewYork-Presbyterian is one of the nation’s most comprehensive, integrated academic healthcare systems, encompassing 10 hospitals across the Greater New York area, more than 200 primary and specialty care clinics and medical groups, and an array of telemedicine services A leader in medical education, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is the only academic medical center in the nation affiliated with two world-class medical schools, Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons This collaboration means patients have access to the country’s leading physicians, the full range of medical specialties, latest innovations in care, and research that is developing cures and saving lives Ranked the #4 hospital in the nation and #1 in New York in U.S News & World Report’s Best Hospitals rankings, New York-Presbyterian Hospital is also recognized as among the best in the nation in the U.S News Best Children’s Hospitals rankings Founded nearly 250 years ago, New YorkPresbyterian Hospital has a long legacy of medical breakthroughs and innovation, from the invention of the Pap test to pioneering the groundbreaking heart valve replacement procedure called TAVR New York-Presbyterian has 48,000 employees and affiliated physicians who provide care to New Yorkers and patients from across the country and around the world Iona’s bachelor’s degree program in nursing offers both a traditional four-year program and an accelerated second-degree program Iona also offers an Early Acceptance Program to talented students interested in eventually pursuing a graduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders Plans to develop additional health science programs could include the following: • • • • • • Nurse Anesthesia (MSN) Clinical Nurse Specialist (MSN) Medical Technician (BS) Nursing Administration (MSN) Nursing Education (MSN) Physical Therapy (DPT) EXISTING AND NEW HEALTH SCIENCES PROGRAMS The School of Health Sciences will build upon Iona’s existing health science programs (currently housed in the School of Arts and Science) including: • • • • • • Nursing (BSN) Occupational Therapy (MS) Social Work (BS) Communication Sciences & Disorders (MA) Marriage & Family Therapy (MS) Mental Health Counseling (MA) SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences LEADERSHIP AGENDA FOR THE DEAN OF THE SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES The ideal candidate will be an individual who combines exemplary academic achievements in health sciences with significant professional experience, strategic leadership ability, collegiality, collaborative and creative energy, and strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine passion for the mission of the New York-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences and Iona College This position offers the opportunity to shape a new and groundbreaking School of Health Sciences; to help create the School’s vision and direction; and build a successful record of achievement in teaching, external relations, and scholarship will work closely with facility and financial officers in overseeing ongoing renovations of health science spaces Reporting to Provost Darrell Wheeler, the Dean is charged with providing innovative leadership necessary to shape an exemplary School of Health Sciences that provides outstanding, cutting-edge and interdisciplinary academic programs; attracts stellar faculty members; and produces graduates who are transformative in their disciplines The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the School of Health Sciences As the School of Health Sciences is expected to be a major contributor in the College’s planned program and enrollment expansion, the Dean must be a person of vision with the capability to lead and implement new programs and initiatives while monitoring enrollments, scheduling, and space needs to ensure appropriate allocation Approximately 25 percent of Iona’s 2021 incoming freshman class is expected to pursue health sciences Plans are underway for significant renovations to the Bronxville campus that will include state-of-the-art labs, classrooms, and administrative offices and are expected to be completed in 2022-23 The Dean The Senior Vice President for Enrollment and Student Affairs has strengthened the enrollment process to attract diverse students and address demographic shifts using data driven decision making ACCREDITATION AND ENROLLMENT The new Dean will have oversight for the accreditation of all programs, both existing and newly created, in the School of Health Sciences and must have a deep understanding of accreditation processes The Dean will have oversight for preparing and reviewing reports, evaluations, and other related materials for accreditation associations SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences LEADERSHIP AGENDA FOR THE DEAN OF THE SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES (CONT.) STRENGTHEN EXISTING AND NEW PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT The Dean will help build the College’s regional and national reputation for innovation in health sciences Also of importance is enhancing the quality of, advocating for, and building new academic programs, hiring excellent faculty members, as well as ensuring strong management and oversight of existing academic programs A major effort will involve strengthening existing interdisciplinary programs, developing new programs, assessing viability of existing programs, and building on existing program strengths to form strong collaborations with the other Schools at Iona College In addition, there is an expectation that the Dean promote and expand interdisciplinary collaboration that values a liberal arts education and fosters scholarly collaborations with other academic units at the College Building a close collaborative relationship with the Dean of the School of Arts and Science will be important, since many of the existing health sciences programs resided in the School of Arts and Science and strong connections between the two schools are likely to continue There is an expectation that the new Dean will also build partnerships with the New Rochelle and New York industry and business community in collaboration with the Dean of the LaPenta School of Business FACULTY EXCELLENCE The Dean must help enrich and sustain a culture of excellent teaching, scholarship, and service, and support productive faculty careers A key to the Dean’s leadership effectiveness will be to quickly establish an understanding of the people, programs, and relationships that constitute the School of Health Sciences community The Dean will lead in the diversification and mentoring of health science faculty and staff across race, class, gender identity, nationality, age, ability, sexuality, and religious affiliation The Dean will model transparent and inspirational leadership that fosters a strong sense of trust and respect for and from faculty, staff, administration, and students, all within the framework of shared governance The Dean will have a proven record of effective mentoring, particularly of faculty of color, new faculty members, and faculty in new leadership positions This is especially important for retention of strong faculty members who are at an early stage in their academic careers While understanding, respecting, and advocating for the principle of shared governance, the Dean will lead the administration and faculty in supporting a heightened quality of academic excellence in terms of instruction, curriculum, faculty scholarship, and service FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND RESOURCES As economic realities affect all of higher education, the Dean will need the fiscal acumen to enable strong financial management across all areas of the School’s academic and administrative programs The Dean will be asked to oversee operating budgets, carefully steward existing resources, be vigilant with cost management, and utilize technology to support operational excellence Furthermore, the Dean should identify new and existing resources for program and infrastructure investment, be prepared to make appropriate amendments to or reductions in programs, lead conversations about potential new revenue streams, and raise external funds The Dean will be expected to work with the faculty, senior administration, and the Institutional Advancement team to articulate the strengths and needs of the academic programs to potential donors and build relationships and external support In anticipation of the next comprehensive campaign, this position will be key in content expertise, donor communications, and effective communication of impact from gifts received by the School of Health Sciences in concert with Institutional Advancement, as well as set expectations for faculty to participate as requested INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE The Dean must have a demonstrated commitment to Inclusive Excellence This includes a commitment to the core principles of diversity and inclusion with an explicit emphasis on equity and excellence in student learning The Dean will be a champion of creating learning and working environments that are rich in diversity and inclusive The Dean will work to decrease racial and cultural disparity in healthcare through inclusive admissions, faculty recruitment and retention, and training with an emphasis on social determinants of health SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences 10 QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • PhD or clinical doctorate in a health-sciencesrelated discipline; • distinguished record of excellence in teaching and scholarship; • record of successful and increasingly responsible academic leadership experience as a dean, department chair or director; • demonstrated capacity for creative and innovative leadership in curricular and program development; • solid experience in accreditation process and success, particularly in program-specific accreditations; • excellent technology skills and a thorough understanding/appreciation for online and hybrid learning and the innovative delivery of academic instruction in these formats; • and experience with budgets, budget oversight, and managing resources wisely • experience working with enrollment management and student services; • ability to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies, including faculty, students, peers, administration, staff, and external audiences; • demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with a diverse constituency; • and understanding of and support for the College’s core mission DESIRED ATTRIBUTES: • clear vision and the strategic ability to expand current programs as well as build new ones; • clear and ongoing understanding of the U.S healthcare system, professional labor market, and changes in healthcare delivery; • record of collaborative, decisive, transparent, and timely decision-making and the capacity to communicate such decisions with clarity and care; • leadership in developing and supporting new levels of excellence in scholarship and faculty development; • ability to develop new and creative ways to continue to attract, support, and retain highquality faculty; • demonstrated commitment to the development of students to their fullest potential in the quest for academic excellence; • willingness and capacity to cultivate external relationships with industry leaders and corporate partners and to speak passionately and knowledgeably about the School’s programs; SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences 11 THE APPLICATION PROCESS The search is on a fast track and President Carey and Provost Wheeler would like the Dean to take office early in the new year The Search Committee will begin to review application materials in late November Although application materials will be accepted until the time that a new Dean is selected, candidates should submit materials by November 23, 2021 for the most favorable consideration An appointment could occur by late January 2022 with the start-date for the position as early in the new year as possible Maya Ranchod Kirkhope and Kate Nolde of Academic Search are assisting with this national search Applications, nominations, and inquiries may be sent in confidence to IonaHealthSciencesDean@ academicsearch.org Applications should include a compelling letter of interest that directly addresses the agenda for leadership and the desired attributes for the new Dean of the School of Health Sciences as described in the search prospectus; a complete resume or vita; and the names and contact information (phone and e-mail) of five professional references, none of whom will be contacted without the formal permission of the candidate Iona College is committed to attracting and supporting a staff and faculty of women and men that fully represents the racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity of the nation and our institution; as a result, we actively seek applications from individuals of all backgrounds and beliefs We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences 12 FAST FACTS CAMPUS Located in New Rochelle (Westchester County), New York Two miles from Long Island Sound and 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan ENROLLMENT • 3,590 total students • 2,959 undergraduate students • 631 graduate students CHARACTERISTICS OF THE STUDENT BODY • 742 first-time, full-time freshmen • 49% female students, 51% male students • 44% underrepresented minority population ACADEMICS • Nearly 40 undergraduate degree programs of STUDENT LIFE • More than 80 different clubs, organizations, and student groups on campus • 986 undergraduate students living on campus • 54% of first-year class living on campus • Students from 40 countries enrolled ATHLETICS: NCAA DIVISION I PROGRAM WITH 21 VARSITY TEAMS • Men: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Rowing, Soccer, Swimming & Diving, Track & Field, Water Polo • Women: Basketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Rowing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming & Diving, Track & Field, Volleyball, Water Polo STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO • 15 to study and over 40 minors • 26 graduate programs through the School of Arts & Science and the LaPenta School of Business • Over 50,000 alumni across the globe SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Founding Dean of the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences 13 ABOUT ACADEMIC SEARCH Academic Search is assisting Iona College in this work For more than four decades, Academic Search has offered executive search services to higher education institutions, associations, and related organizations Academic Search was founded by higher education leaders on the principle that we provide the most value to partner institutions by combining best practices with our deep knowledge and experience Our mission today is to enhance institutional capacity by providing outstanding executive recruitment services, executive coaching, and transition support, in partnership with our parent organization, the American Academic Leadership Institute For more information, visit www.academicsearch.org Committed to IDENTIFYING AND DEVELOPING LEADERS by providing the highest level of EXECUTIVE SEARCH to our higher education partners www.academicsearch.org • 202.332.4049