I believe LSSU is well poised for enrollment growth and academic expansion into exciting new areas. I look forward to continuing this exciting momentum.\u00a0 My goal is to elevate LSSU to the next level of achievement as an institution.Dr. Rodney S. Hanley<\/cite><\/blockquote>\nThe presidential search committee, led by Trustee Ann Parker, was tasked with finding presidential candidates who were able to increase enrollment by implementing effective recruitment and retention strategies, have extensive financial management skills, possess the ability to fundraise for key campus initiatives, and be a strong community builder. Parker stated, \u201cDr. Hanley is uniquely qualified to address these issues head on and lead LSSU into a bright future.”<\/p>\n
Nelson praised the committee for their efforts and said, \u201cI am very grateful for Trustee Ann Parker\u2019s leadership as Chair of the Presidential Search Committee, and to the search committee for their outstanding effort in providing the LSSU campus, community and trustees with four outstanding candidates resulting in the selection of Dr. Rod Hanley as our next president.\u00a0 Nelson also gave a special thanks to Dr. Peter Mitchell for providing outstanding guidance throughout the process. \u201cWe are excited to welcome Dr. Hanley; his wife, Sara; and their two sons, Harry and Edward, to our LSSU family.\u201d<\/p>\n
Higher education is confronted by many challenges, now more than ever.\u00a0 Dr. Hanley recognized these challenges stating, \u201cShifting financial models, changing student needs and interests, demographic changes, new expectations from industry and society, access for students from all backgrounds, and challenges to academic excellence are all major issues that universities must confront. I have focused my entire career on leading my units and organizations to meet these challenges.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAs the next president of LSSU, I will bring energy, passion, dedication, good humor, and experience to boldly confront these issues.\u00a0 I believe LSSU is well poised for enrollment growth and academic expansion into exciting new areas. I look forward to continuing this exciting momentum.\u00a0 My goal is to elevate LSSU to the next level of achievement as an institution.\u00a0 I am deeply honored to have the opportunity to lead LSSU and I offer my thanks to the search committee and the board,\u201d added Hanley.<\/p>\n
Having spent time in the Great Lakes region and Thunder Bay, Dr. Hanley is looking forward to his transition to LSSU. “Serving as the next president of LSSU is especially exciting for my family and me.\u00a0 LSSU is clearly a very special place.\u00a0 Preparing students for 21st century jobs, an exceptional commitment to teaching excellence, and an unparalleled dedication to the region are all qualities that have distinguished LSSU,\u201d said Hanley. \u201cI am thrilled to have been selected to lead LSSU to the next level of achievement.\u00a0 My spouse, Sara, and I are also especially excited to return to the Great Lakes and raise our children in beautiful Sault Ste. Marie.\u00a0 We are looking forward to experiencing everything that the region has to offer.\u201d<\/p>\n
Dr. Mitchell is looking forward to a smooth and vibrant handover as he and Dr. Hanley work to transition leadership.\u00a0 \u201cWorking with Dr. Hanley throughout the search process, I have been very impressed with his grasp of the challenges facing LSSU, but even more for his appreciation of inherent strengths of the faculty, staff, students, alumni and community leaders and his vision for the opportunities awaiting a university we all dearly love,\u201d stated Mitchell. \u201cDr. Hanley\u2019s presidency will be marked by significant achievements amidst a culture of optimism and caring. The future will be filled with many Great Days at Lake State.\u201d<\/p>\n
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