Utah Board of Higher Education Seeks Public Input For Mountainland Technical College Presidential Search
Virtual and in-person sessions scheduled for August 6 and 7
SALT LAKE CITY (July 29, 2026) — The Utah Board of Higher Education is seeking public input to help identify the next president of Mountainland Technical College.
To ensure broad participation and to gather perspectives from across the college and surrounding region, multiple options are available for individuals to provide input. Faculty, staff, students, alumni, local industry partners, and community members are encouraged to participate.
One virtual and one in-person public input session will be offered. Individuals may also provide feedback by:
- Submitting an anonymous comment online through this form.
- Emailing suggestions or nominations to mtechpresidentialsearch@ushe.edu.
“Input from the Mountainland Technical College community and our regional workforce partners is critical as we select the next leader of this workforce-driven institution,” said Jon Cox, vice chair of the Utah Board of Higher Education. “We encourage students, instructors, staff, and industry leaders across the region to share their perspectives to help guide our search for a president who will invest in the success of MTECH’s students and ensure the institution continues to deliver practical, career-ready technical education.”
A RETURN WITH PURPOSE
For Kimberly Tervort, MTECH has been part of her journey for nearly a decade. After completing the Medical Assistant program nine years ago, she spent several years working in the field, where she discovered a new interest while collaborating with radiologic technologists on the job.
Driven by her love of photography and inspired by the impact of radiology, Kimberly made the decision to return to MTECH to pursue the Radiography Technology program.
Throughout her training at MTECH, Kimberly embraced the fast-paced, ever-changing nature of the healthcare industry. Each patient and clinical experience strengthened her ability to adapt, think critically, and provide quality care.
Kimberly’s motivation to succeed in both her program and career is deeply personal. As a mother of two, she is committed to showing her children that hard work and determination can open doors. “Today’s students can be tomorrow’s leaders,” Kimberly shares. It’s a mindset she lives out every day.
Virtual Public Input Session
In-Person Public Input Session
Date
Friday, August 7, 2026
Time
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location
Lehi Campus
Building A, Room 219
2301 W. Ashton Blvd.
Lehi, UT 84048
Input gathered during these sessions will help shape the presidential leadership profile that will be included in the official job posting and guide the search committee in reviewing and evaluating presidential candidates.
“Our top priority is choosing a president who understands the real-world value of technical education,” said Julie King, chair of Mountainland Technical College’s Board of Trustees. “Hearing what our community values most about Mountainland Technical College will help us find a leader who shares those same priorities.”
In the coming weeks, the search committee will be announced and will approve a job posting and call for nominations and applications.
As required by state statute, the presidential search is conducted with an enhanced level of confidentiality to attract the strongest and most qualified pool of applicants. The search committee will review applications, conduct interviews and recommend three prioritized finalists to the Utah Board of Higher Education, which will make the final selection in an open and public meeting. To protect the integrity of the process and candidate privacy, applicant and candidate details will remain confidential until the Board announces the final appointment. Ongoing updates on the search process will be posted at ushe.edu.
About USHE:
The Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) encompasses Utah’s 16 public colleges and universities and is governed by the Utah Board of Higher Education. For more information, visit ushe.edu.
Media Contact:
Kylee Spjut
communications@ushe.edu
513.510.0610
Published on: July 29, 2026 at 11:00am MT