(06-17-2013 05:25 PM)OptimisticOwl Wrote:  Enough of this. Let any person, Rice-connected or not, who is interested apply. Let the committee choose the best one, considering all the qualifications.

Whoever it is will have my support.

No, not quite enough, but I certainly agree with you point on hiring the best.

I've been following this thread closely. The new AD must have the skill set. I think CDC had the skill set --- business skills, contracting, fundraising, confidence inspiring, etc. But after reading the discussion and thinking about it, I would prefer "a Rice guy." Here's why: long term institutional commitment. Expressed colloquially, "I love this place." More colloquially: "Call me Joyce Pounds Hardy." I suspect if CDC were "a Rice guy" he'd still be with us. I could be wrong; outstanding job offers come and the talent goes because of financial reasons, family need, etc. The ideal "Rice guy" would be Frank Ryan. He is retired. So let's have Dr. Frank Ryan help us find the right AD. Put him on the search committee, if he'll agree to serve.