CALDWELL, Idaho — College of Idaho Co-President Jim Everett announced he will be retiring from the position, effectively ending his tenure with the college on June 30, 2024.
Everett will remain in his role for the remainder of the school. however, he intends to eventually transition into a fundraising role, according to a news release from the College of Idaho.
As the model of co-president is unique to the College of Idaho, following Everett's retirement, the school will go back to having only one president: Doug Brigham, an alumnus of the school and fellow co-president alongside Everett.
"Just over six years ago, the trustees took a risk, appointing two non-academics as Co-Presidents of The College of Idaho. I am filled with gratitude as I reflect on spending my entire adult life in this community, where 'work' became more of a calling than a job," Everett said.
"Despite challenges, each day has been a source of inspiration, witnessing the kindness and goodness of people from all walks of life and ages. My work brought me hope, purpose, and a strong belief in what can be achieved when working together for a common good," Everett continued. "As I transition to a new role, I am optimistic about the bright future of The College of Idaho under the capable leadership of Doug Brigham and the exceptional team of faculty, staff, coaches, trustees, and the remarkable students who will change the world for the good of humanity."
"Jim is a tireless ambassador for The College of Idaho. His passion for mentoring and advocating for students, staff and faculty within the College community is exceptional. The Board of Trustees is grateful for the leadership and passion that he brought to the Co-President role," said Jennifer Sampson, Chair of the College's Board of Trustees, and a 1997 graduate. "In his six years as a co-president, Jim has consistently over-delivered. On behalf of the trustees, we thank Jim for his guidance as the College has achieved unprecedented levels of success. He will be fantastic in his new role on our development team."
Everett and Brigham wanted to become a team, introducing the idea to the interim president Bob Hoover during the 2017-2018 academic school year. They shared the idea for co-presidency to the Board of Trustees, which was unanimously approved in Feb. 2018.
Everett's career has taken him many places. He served as the College of Idaho's swimming and diving coach for two years prior to becoming co-president. That was after he had retired from his career with the YMCA, where he served as CEO of the Treasure Valley YMCA branch. He retired from the YMCA in 2016.
"Both Doug and Jim were remarkable individual candidates with strong leadership skills and deep knowledge and love for the College," said Board Chair Laura Turner at the time of their selection. "This is not a compromise. This is a deliberate choice of two very gifted candidates who proposed a partnership. It is precisely what the College needs at this point in history."
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