(KLZA)-- The Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges has announced four finalists for the next president of Peru State College, the state- first institution of higher education.

The finalists are Dr. Amy Clark, Dr. “Nina” Evangeline Grant, Dr. Robert C. Mock, Jr., and Dr. Wendy Waugh.

Dr. Paul Turman, Chancellor of the Nebraska State College System said each brings unique strengths, proven leadership, and a deep commitment to higher education.

Each finalist will visit campus to meet with students, faculty, staff, and community members; tour Peru State College and the surrounding community; and interview with the Board of Trustees. Candidate interviews will take place during a Special Board Meeting on Sept. 17-18 at Peru State College.

Amy M. Clark has served as the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Nebraska Methodist College (NMC) since 2018. Clark's interview will be Thursday, September 18 at 3:45 p.m.

Nina Grant currently serves as Vice President of Student Affairs at Hawkeye Community College, where she leads enrollment management, student services, athletics, and student engagement. Grants interview is scheduled for 2:15 p.m. Wednesday, September 17.

Robert Mock has served the University of Maryland Eastern Shore since 2018 in multiple leadership roles, from VP for strategic initiatives, chief of staff, VP for enrollment management & student experience, and interim athletic director. Mock's interview will be at 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, September 18.

Wendy Waugh is the Interim President and Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA) at Peru State College, with a 34-year career in higher education spanning three institutions. Waugh's interview is scheduled for Wednesday, September 17 at 3:45p .m.