Southwestern Michigan College has narrowed its search for a new president down to four candidates.

The SMC Board of Trustees and Presidential Search Committee received 128 applications over a six-week period that ended August 17. At a special public meeting of the board on September 5, the committee recommended a slate of twelve candidates for interviews, and at a special meeting this week, the board unanimously agreed to host in-person interviews with the four finalists. They are Billy Franklin, Dr. Kevin McCaskey, Dr. Klint Pleasant, and Dr. Jonathan Swarts.

SMC Board Chair Tom Jerdon says the finalists offer a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and leadership qualities.

The finalist visits and public interviews will be the week of October 20, and the college has a goal of having a

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