United College Launches Presidential Search

On June 30, 2026, Dr. Richard Myers will complete his ten-year appointment as Principal of United College.  Over the past decade, Principal Myers has provided thoughtful and steady leadership, advancing the College’s mission and strengthening its role within the broader University of Waterloo community. His commitment to student success, inclusive education, and a collaborative and successful institution will leave a lasting legacy.

With that in mind, a formal search for his successor has been launched.

The United College Board of Governors voted in favour of a title change to ‘President’ once Dr Myers’ successor takes office.  According to Board Chair Tracy Mann, “there has been a trend at affiliated institutions across the country to change the title of their chief executive officer from ‘Principal’ to ‘President.’  Here at Waterloo, United College was the only institution still using the title Principal. To avoid confusion, it made sense to the Board to adopt the same nomenclature as the other AFIW institutions.”

The President will serve as the chief executive officer of United College and will be responsible to the Board of Governors for the academic and administrative operations of the institution. The President will provide inspirational, strategic, academic, and financial leadership, working collaboratively within the College and with the University of Waterloo to strengthen and expand its programs and activities in ways that reflect the College’s mission and values.

In this role, the President will represent United College to external communities, cultivate new partnerships, secure resources, and advance the College’s impact and profile locally, nationally, and internationally.

United College expresses its deep gratitude to Principal Myers for his service and dedication. Opportunities to celebrate his many contributions will be shared with the College community in the months ahead.

For inquiries about the presidential search process, please email UnitedCollege@lavernesmith.com