Statements from Chancellor Robert C. Khayat
“I congratulate the Board of Trustees for selecting Dr. Dan Jones as the preferred candidate for chancellor of the University of Mississippi. Dr. Jones has a distinguished record of teaching, medical practice and research. On top of that, he has provided extraordinary leadership for our internationally respected health care complex and medical school in Jackson.
Also, his selection as president of the American Heart Association is an indication of the level of respect he enjoys from his medical colleagues across the nation. He also is a man of impeccable integrity. For all these reasons, I believe he is the perfect choice to lead the University of Mississippi.”
Statements from Alice Clark, chair of the campus Search Advisory Committee, and UM vice chancellor for research and sponsored programs
About the Search Advisory Committee
“Members of the Search Advisory Committee provided a great representation of the university’s constituent groups and did a superb job. They were outstanding. Each and everyone of them was conscientious and thorough, and they worked well together to achieve the best possible outcome for Ole Miss.”
About the Board Search Committee
“We appreciate the opportunity the board provided to us to be fully engaged in the search and the interview process. Board Search Committee members truly valued our input, and they gave the time, attention and effort that this important search deserved.”
About the Preferred Candidate
“We are excited about Dr. Jones’ forthcoming campus visit. He is an exceptional educator, scholar and public servant who is dedicated to improving the lives of Mississippians.”