FaithSearch Partners is pleased to announce, in partnership with MidAmerica Nazarene University, the appointment of Dr. Jon North as their next President, effective July 1st. Ranked as one of the best Christian colleges in the state, MidAmerica Nazarene University is a distinctly Christian evangelical university operating with the belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and the final authority for faith and life.
Dr. Dan Rexroth, chair, MNU Board of Trustees, expressed enthusiasm for the appointment: “After an extensive and prayerful search process, we are confident that Jon North is the right leader to guide MidAmerica Nazarene University into the future. He embodies the values and vision of our institution and will play a crucial role in advancing our commitment to academic excellence, spiritual growth, and community impact.”
Dr. North brings a wealth of experience in higher education leadership, a deep commitment to Christian higher education, and a passion for MNU’s mission of scholarship, servant leadership, and transformation. He has currently been serving as the senior vice president for University Advancement at MNU and executive director of the MNU Foundation. During his 15-year tenure at MNU, Dr. North led the university’s largest fundraising campaign, raising over $90 million to support scholarships, academic initiatives, and capital development. Additionally, the Foundation’s endowment assets have quadrupled under his stewardship. He is a graduate of MNU with a bachelor’s degree in international business and an MBA. He earned a doctorate in ethical leadership from Olivet Nazarene University.
Prior to joining MNU, Dr. North had a 17-year career at Heart to Heart International, a globally recognized international humanitarian and disaster relief agency. Under Dr. North’s leadership as CEO, Heart to Heart expanded its relief work worldwide and was named to Forbes magazine’s “America’s Top Charities List.” As an active member of the Kansas City community, Dr. North serves on several non-profit and community boards and has earned numerous community leadership awards.
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