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UA System President Search

UA System President Search

Key Questions

What is the focus of the UA System President Search?

The search aims to find a new president for the UA System, which is crucial for institutional strategy, research funding, and policy shifts. Faculty and staff are monitoring the process for potential impacts on grants and initiatives. The system employs 3,725 faculty and staff with a $314.4 million operating budget for FY2026.

How many faculty and staff does the UA System employ?

The UA System employs 3,725 faculty and staff. This large workforce underscores the significance of the presidential search in shaping future directions.

What is the UA System's operating budget for FY2026?

The total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026 is $314.4 million. This budget supports the system's operations amid the ongoing president search.

Search for new UA System president emphasizes 3,725 faculty/staff and $314.4M FY2026 budget. Key for institutional strategy, research funding, and policy shifts. Faculty monitor for impacts on grants and initiatives.

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Updated Apr 22, 2026