Top business schools and major universities launched executive searches and confirmed interim leaders amid steady turnover at the top. UVA Darden hired Korn Ferry to lead its dean search; USC and several institutions elevated interim presidents to permanent posts as trustees prioritize financial stability and continuity. What happened: National searches and interim promotions accelerated as boards respond to budget pressures and strategic shifts. Who’s involved: University of Virginia Darden School, University of Southern California, Korn Ferry, and other search committees. Why it matters: Leadership choices will shape fundraising, enrollment strategy, and faculty morale at a time when institutions are balancing mission and fiscal survival.