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Jacksonville Today
By the People, for the People
Three Finalists Selected for Dean of Business and Industry at Jacksonville State University
The search for the next dean is in its final phase with on-campus visits scheduled throughout April.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:10pm
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The upcoming campus visits will allow the Jacksonville State community to engage with the finalists vying to lead the College of Business and Industry into the future.Jacksonville TodayJacksonville State University is in the final stage of its search for the next Dean of the College of Business and Industry, with three finalists selected to participate in a series of campus events and public presentations in April. The national search attracted 41 applicants, and the search committee has narrowed the pool down to these three candidates who will interact with faculty, staff, and students before the university announces the selected candidate.
Why it matters
The Dean of the College of Business and Industry plays a crucial role in shaping the direction and vision of one of the university's most prominent academic programs. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing the college's curriculum, faculty, and resources, making the selection process an important decision for Jacksonville State University.
The details
The search committee, chaired by Dr. Tim Lindblom, Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Sciences, includes Dr. Albi Alikaj, Matthew Rosser, Dr. Ronnie Clayton, Dr. Jessica Wiggins, and Dr. Teddi Joyce. Each finalist will participate in a series of campus events, including meet-and-greet sessions with faculty, staff, and students, as well as a public presentation open to the university community. The campus visit schedule is set for April 9, April 15, and April 23-24, with candidate names and resumes to be released one week prior to each scheduled visit.
- The national search attracted 41 applicants.
- Following virtual interviews with 12 candidates, the pool was narrowed to three finalists.
- The campus visit schedule is set for April 9, April 15, and April 23-24.
- The university anticipates announcing the selected candidate shortly after the campus visits, with a start date expected in mid-summer.
The players
Dr. Tim Lindblom
Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Sciences and chair of the search committee.
Dr. Albi Alikaj
Member of the search committee.
Matthew Rosser
Member of the search committee.
Dr. Ronnie Clayton
Member of the search committee.
Dr. Jessica Wiggins
Member of the search committee.
Dr. Teddi Joyce
Member of the search committee.
What they’re saying
“We are very pleased with the quality of the applicant pool for the next dean of Jacksonville State's College of Business and Industry. In fact, we have had a difficult time narrowing down this excellent group of candidates to those invited to campus. I'm optimistic about each candidate and am looking forward to their visits and interaction with the Jax State community.”
— Dr. Tim Lindblom, Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Sciences and chair of the search committee
What’s next
The university anticipates announcing the selected candidate shortly after the campus visits, with a start date expected in mid-summer.
The takeaway
The search for the next Dean of the College of Business and Industry at Jacksonville State University has attracted a highly qualified pool of candidates, and the upcoming campus visits will provide an opportunity for the university community to engage with the finalists and help shape the future leadership of this important academic program.
