MARQUETTE, MI-- The NMU Board of Trustees has selected a new university president.
At a public meeting Tuesday morning the trustees voted unanimously for Fritz Erickson, current provost and vice president for academic affairs at Ferris State University.
Trustee Steve Mitchell says it was a difficult decision between the four presidential finalists, but Erickson had certain qualities that distinguished him from the rest.
“The fact that he has overseen enrollment and retention, which is very important,” he said. “The fact that he understands the community college aspect of what Northern Michigan University is. And the leadership he has shown throughout his career and the background and the deep depth that he has I think is going to make him a terrific new president.”
The Board will now negotiate a contract with Erickson, whose employment will be effective July 1.
Erickson will greet the campus community Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the University Center's Brule Room.