The College of The Bahamas is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Rodney Smith as President of The College of The Bahamas for a period of three years. Dr. Smith will assume office on Monday, October 6th, 2014.

Dr. Smith was Vice President of Administrative Services at Hampton University from 2008 to 2014, President of Ramapo College from 2001 to 2004 and President of The College of The Bahamas from 2004 to 2005. He is a 1986 graduate of Harvard University, where he earned a Doctorate in Educational Administration, Planning and Social Policy.

The position of College President requires a qualified individual who is able to demonstrate inclusive and decisive leadership. This kind of leadership reflects an understanding of the transformational potential of the University.

The College embarked on a process last year to find the most competent Bahamian and the best suited individual to lead the institution. As an academician, strategist and researcher, Dr. Smith is eminently qualified to fulfill the strategic goals and objectives of the institution and to lead The College through the process of becoming the University of The Bahamas. He has an extensive record of achievement and management performance in academia. We look forward to him bringing his expertise to bear on the work of The College and coming University of The Bahamas.

Contrary to public speculation about the salary and benefits package of the new President, The College wishes to assure its stakeholders and the general public that Dr. Rodney Smith’s remuneration is consistent with that of previous holders of the office of President.