Leadership and governance
Earlham is rooted in a belief in representation and equality, and this is reflected through the governance of the College. Earlham’s leadership and governance is made up of outstanding and caring members of our community who are dedicated to providing an education of the highest quality. Our Board of Trustees, President and College Council (executive leadership), administrative offices, and academic departments use consensus and consultation in their decision-making, creating an open and cooperative environment.
Earlham’s governance processes are usually open and participatory. The college encourages contributions from teaching and administrative faculty, staff, and students. Contributions generally occur through committees, which offer consultation and advice on various aspects of institutional operations.
Current issues
We live in a world that constantly calls for growth, reflection and engagement.
Our President and Leadership
Paul Sniegowski became the 21st president of Earlham College and Earlham School of Religion on August 5, 2024. Paul is an Earlham parent (his son, Ben Kienitz Sniegowski graduated in 2023) and an Indiana native. Paul most recently served as the Stephen A. Levin Family Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and a professor of biology at the University of Pennsylvania.
Board of Trustees
Earlham’s Board of Trustees is committed in its ongoing support of the College. As Earlham evolves to educate future generations while staying rooted in our Quaker values, the Board assists the President and College Council in charting our path forward.
College Council
The College Council includes high-level administrators of the College who oversee various departments and functions. Through their collaboration, College Council members and the president ensure that each area of the College works together in achieving our educational mission.
Strategic priorities
- Recruit and retain a welcoming, diverse and inclusive community of faculty, staff and students.
- Build a financially sustainable path for Earlham.
- Improve student success and the student experience.
- Establish strong and enduring relationships on and off campus.
- Support ESR in expanding its impact through increased enrollment and sustainable financial practices.
- Achieve operational excellence through continuous improvement and assessment.
College-wide statements on current events
From time to time, Earlham College’s president and Board of Trustees feel compelled to issue a statement on current events. These statements affirm Earlham’s stance as an institution in relation to the world around us, and offer guidance as we make decisions about our path forward.
| Statements and speeches | |
|---|---|
| A greeting from new Earlham President Paul Sniegowski | August 5, 2024 |
| A message from the Board of Trustees about violence in the Middle East | November, 14, 2023 |
| A response to concerned alumni regarding violence in the Middle East | November 8, 2023 |
| A message of peace and unity following war in the Middle East | October 11, 2023 |
| Statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s repeal of Affirmative Action | June 30, 2023 |
| A statement on the passing of Indiana Senate Bill 1 | August 9, 2022 |
| Statement on invasion of Ukraine | February 25, 2022 |
| Black Lives Matter | June 1, 2021 |
| Statement on Palestine | May 14, 2021 |
| The Chauvin Trial | April 20, 2021 |
| In the wake of the Indianapolis shootings | April 16. 2021 |
| Responding to the Atlanta shootings | March 18, 2021 |
| Statement on attack of Senate and House | January, 8, 2021 |