The First Step In Launching A Search For A New President Of Northeast State Community College Has Been Approved By The Tennessee Board Of Regents. The Person Selected, Will Replace Former President Janice Gilliam Who Was Allowed To Retire Amid Findings The College Was In Financial Crisis With A 45 Million Dollar Deficit. James King Has Been Serving As Interim President And Was Able To Get The College Back On Solid Ground By Implementing Layoffs And Other Financial Cuts. The Next Step Is To Select A Search Committee For A Nationwide Search For A New President.