Susan Stuebner

Susan D. Stuebner (born ) is an American academic administrator serving as the president of Simpson College. She was previously the ninth president of Colby–Sawyer College from 2016 to 2024. Stuebner has held senior administrative positions at Allegheny College, where she served as executive vice president and chief operating officer, and at Lycoming College, where she was vice president for administration and planning.

Early life and education Stuebner was born . She is a native of Deephaven, Minnesota. Her doctoral studies were completed in 2003, and her committee chair was Richard P. Chait. She also held early positions at Carleton College. She then moved to Allegheny College to serve as executive vice president and chief operating officer. During her tenure, she implemented two strategic plans, doubled the college's endowment from $30 million to $64 million, established a partnership with Dartmouth Health, and introduced 12 new graduate and professional programs. In June 2024, Marietta College announced that Stuebner would not be taking the position due to "an unforeseen change in personal considerations." After stepping down from Colby–Sawyer College, she stayed on to advise the interim president, Laura A. Sykes.

Simpson College In July 2025, Simpson College announced Stuebner as its interim president for the 2025 to 2026 academic year. Her term began on July 28, 2025. Stuebner was appointed Simpson College 26th president on Nov. 25, 2025.

Personal life Stuebner was married and has two children. She is included on a list of out LGBTQ college presidents and chancellors. As of 2016, her partner is Amanda Wine.