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Sedalia Today
By the People, for the People
SFCC Seeks Public Input on Next President
Community forums scheduled to gather feedback on desired traits for college's next leader
Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:10pm
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The search for State Fair Community College's next president aims to reflect the values and priorities of the local Sedalia community.Sedalia TodayState Fair Community College in Sedalia, Missouri, is hosting three public forums next month to gather input from stakeholders on the qualities and characteristics they hope to see in the college's next president. The forums are part of the search process to find a successor to current president Dr. Brent Bates, who announced his retirement effective after the Fall 2026 semester.
Why it matters
As a public institution, SFCC wants to ensure the next president reflects the values and priorities of the local community. The forums provide an opportunity for students, faculty, staff, and residents to have a voice in shaping the college's future leadership.
The details
The forums will take place on Wednesday, April 22, and are designed to help the college and its search firm, the Association of Community College Trustees, develop the criteria for finding Dr. Bates' replacement. Anyone unable to attend the sessions can submit comments through a form on the college's website.
- The forums are scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
- Dr. Brent Bates' retirement will take effect after the Fall 2026 semester.
The players
Dr. Brent Bates
The current president of State Fair Community College, who announced his retirement effective after the Fall 2026 semester.
Association of Community College Trustees
The search firm assisting SFCC in finding a successor to Dr. Bates.
What they’re saying
“The forums are designed up help the college and its search firm, the Association of Community College Trustees, develop criteria to find a successor to Dr Brent Bates, who announced his retirement in January.”
— Dr. Brent Bates, President, State Fair Community College
What’s next
After the public forums, the college and the search firm will use the feedback to create a profile of the desired qualities and characteristics for the next SFCC president.
The takeaway
By actively seeking community input, SFCC is demonstrating a commitment to transparency and ensuring the next president aligns with the needs and values of the Sedalia community.
