The Maricopa Community Colleges Governing Board on Wednesday approved the appointment of the district’s next chancellor.
Members gave a unanimous yes to Steven Bloomberg, Ph.D., at a special meeting. The decision was made following a national search.
A district spokesperson told KJZZ the board was holding a special meeting to ensure all details related to the new chancellor’s appointment could move forward without unnecessary delay.
Bloomberg currently serves as chancellor of the Kern Community College District in California, a multicollege district that serves more than 50,000.
He brings more than 30 years of higher education leadership experience, having served in roles across five states.
Bloomberg will succeed Steven Gonzales, who announced he would be concluding his service as chancellor after six and a half years.
The special session will be held virtually at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.
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