TSJC presidential finalists announced

VALLEY — Colorado Community College System (CCCS) Chancellor Joe Garcia on Friday announced the three semi-finalists in the running for president of Trinidad State Junior College.

Former TSJC President Dr. Carmen Simone concluded her role on January 1, and the position has been filled on an interim basis by Dr. Kerry Hart.

The search committee, comprised of college and community representatives, has conducted a thorough screening and preliminary interviews with applicants in order to identify those best suited to lead TSJC with long-term success.

The semi-finalists are:

• Dr. Rhonda M. Epper, Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs at Community of College of Denver

• Dr. Diana Pino, President and CEO of Capstone HigherEd Services

• Ron Slinger, Vice President of Institutional Advancement, Strategic Partnerships at Red Rocks Community College and Workforce Solutions and Executive Director of the Red Rocks Community Foundation

Bios for each candidate may be accessed via the following link: http://trinidadstate.edu/presidential-search/

Presidential candidates will visit the Trinidad and Alamosa campuses February 13-14 and participate in public forums to allow faculty, staff, and college constituents to learn more about their experience, leadership style, and philosophies on a variety of issues.

The public forums on the Valley campus are scheduled as follows:

Dr. Rhonda Epper — February 14, 12:15– 1:15 p.m., New Addition #120

Dr. Diana Pino — February 13, 12:15 PM – 1:15 p.m., New Addition #122

Ron Slinger — February 13, 5:15 PM – 6:15 p.m., New Addition #120

Feedback surveys will be requested from all those who attend the public forums. The surveys will be reviewed by CCCS Chancellor Joe Garcia prior to his selection of the new TSJC president. Input from the College community is encouraged and will be instrumental in the selection process.