NSHE Board of Regents Appoints Dr. Sandra B. Richtermeyer as Next President of Nevada State University

HENDERSON, NV — The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents voted unanimously on Friday, May 1, 2026, to appoint Dr. Sandra B. Richtermeyer as the next president of Nevada State University (Nevada State). The decision concludes a rigorous national search designed to find a leader capable of steering the university through its next phase of academic and regional growth.

An Experienced Leader in Higher Education

Dr. Richtermeyer arrives in Southern Nevada with over three decades of experience in both faculty and administrative roles.

Current Role: She currently serves as the Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Provost at Rutgers University–Camden.
Academic Background: A former Dean of the Manning School of Business at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, Richtermeyer also holds a faculty appointment as a full professor of accounting and is a former CPA.
Mission Alignment: In her candidate statements, Richtermeyer emphasized her background as a first-generation college student, aligning her personal values with Nevada State’s mission of providing accessible, high-quality education to a diverse student body.

Tenure and Transition

Dr. Richtermeyer is scheduled to officially begin her four-year contract on August 1, 2026.

The Contract: According to Board materials, her initial base salary is set at $390,000 per fiscal year.
The Successor: She will succeed Acting President Dr. Amber Lopez Lasater, who has led the institution since the departure of former President Dr. DeRionne Pollard earlier this year.

Community Impact

Regents and local leaders have expressed confidence that Richtermeyer’s expertise in workforce development and student engagement will strengthen Nevada State’s role in the regional economy. Her appointment comes as the university continues to expand its Henderson footprint and build deep-rooted partnerships within the North Las Vegas community.

Source: [Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) News], [Nevada State University Campus News], [KNPR Daily Rundown].