KENTFIELD/NOVATO, CA—The College of Marin (COM) Board of Trustees has named three candidates as finalists in the search for a new Superintendent/President to replace Dr. David Wain Coon when he retires at the end of this year. The three finalists, listed in alphabetical order, are Jonathan Eldridge, Ed.D., Kimberlee Messina, Ed.D., and Luis Pedraja, Ph.D. The Board of Trustees will conduct interviews with the finalists on September 26, 2023.
Following a nationwide search, finalists were recommended to the Board of Trustees by a diverse screening committee made up of faculty, staff, students, and community members.
Each finalist will visit both the Kentfield and Indian Valley Campuses for a meet and greet, guided tour, and public forums. A final hiring decision will be made by the Board of Trustees at a regularly scheduled meeting in October or November. The anticipated start date for the selected individual is January 2024.
Superintendent/President Finalist Campus Visits
Monday, September 25
Dr. Luis Pedraja
Kentfield Campus: 12:40 pm – 1:25 pm
Indian Valley Campus: 3:50 pm – 4:40 pm
Dr. Pedraja's Bio
Wednesday, September 27
Dr. Kimberlee Messina
Kentfield Campus: 12:40 pm – 1:25 pm
Indian Valley Campus: 3:50 pm – 4:40 pm
Dr. Messina's Bio
Thursday, September 28
Dr. Jonathan Eldridge
Kentfield Campus: 12:40 pm – 1:25 pm
Indian Valley Campus: 3:50 pm – 4:40 pm
Dr. Eldridge's Bio