| Jean Redeker, Search Chair | Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, University of Kansas |
| Beth Bailey | Foundations Distinguished Professor of History, University of Kansas |
| Kelly Chrisman-Jacques | Managing Director, University Press of Kansas |
| Cheryl Duffy | Professor of English, Fort Hays State University |
| Kristen Epps | Associate Professor of History, Kansas State University |
| Heidi Hamilton | Professor and Chair of Communication & Theatre, Emporia State University |
| Joyce Harrison | Editor in Chief, University Press of Kansas |
| Jay Price | Professor of History, Wichita State University |
| Randy Roberts | Dean of Library Services, Pittsburg State University |
