Presidential Placement - RH Perry

Saint Martin’s University Names Dr. Bill Brownsberger its Next President

LACEY, Wash. – William “Bill” Brownsberger, STD, was unanimously selected as the 12th president of Saint Martin’s University following a competitive nationwide search by the University Board of Trustees. Dr. Brownsberger currently serves as the vice president of academic affairs and workforce solutions at Mountain Empire Community College in Virginia. He will assume the presidency on July 1.

“We look forward to this next chapter for Saint Martin’s with Dr. Brownsberger’s leadership,” said Medrice Coluccio, chair of the University Board of Trustees. “With leadership transition comes a spirit of potentiality and opportunity to reimagine our future while honoring our Catholic Benedictine tradition in service of today’s and tomorrow’s students.”

Dr. Brownsberger brings 23 years of higher education experience to the role, rising through the faculty ranks and into administration at several Catholic institutions in the U.S. and Italy. In his current position at Mountain Empire Community College, he works closely with external community and industry partners to build workforce development pathways for students and the region, manages division finances and engages with students and other stakeholders in the academic affairs of the college. Previously, he served as Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas, where he led the college’s fundraising revenue generation efforts, faculty workloads and scheduling, and budget management.

“Dr. Brownsberger’s experience at other Catholic colleges and universities will be an asset at Saint Martin’s University as we continue our 128-year tradition of providing a uniquely Catholic Benedictine education,” said Abbot Marion Nguyen, O.S.B., chancellor of Saint Martin’s University. “We welcome Dr. Brownsberger and his family to our academic community and look forward to the next chapter of our university’s future with his leadership and vision.”

The Presidential Search Committee consisted of 15 representatives from the Saint Martin’s community, spanning Saint Martin’s Abbey, faculty, staff, students, Board of Trustees and the Archdiocese of Seattle. Entrusted with the mission of finding a president capable of guiding Saint Martin’s towards greater financial stability and academic distinction, the committee sought individuals with strategic foresight and a commitment to transparent servant leadership. Their objective was to uphold the institution’s compassionate, transformative educational ethos within the framework of the Catholic Benedictine tradition.

“I am absolutely delighted to be joining Saint Martin’s University and honored by the trust this community has placed in me as its next president,” shared Dr. Brownsberger. “I look forward to working with the talented faculty, staff, administration, trustees, and monks toward a bright future of service to students in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.”

Dr. Brownsberger will assume the position following an interim leadership transition with Father Kilian Malvey, O.S.B., and Roy Heynderickx, Ph.D., serving as interim co-presidents. Dr. Heynderickx served as university president for 14 years before retiring in 2022. He returned to lead the institution, along with Father Malvey, while the national presidential search was conducted.

“On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we thank Dr. Roy Heynderickx and Father Kilian Malvey for their steadfast leadership as interim co-presidents,” said Coluccio. “This dynamic pair of leaders has served with dedication and compassion during this transition period.”

Dr. Brownsberger earned his Doctor of Sacred Theology and his Licentiate in Sacred Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Italy. He earned his Master of Arts in Theology from The Catholic University of America and his Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Dallas. He is joined by his wife Francesca, and seven children.

Jefferson Community College Names Dr. Daniel Dupee II as President

WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) — Jefferson Community College has a new president.

At a board meeting on June 6, the State of the University of New York Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Daniel J. Dupee, II, as the seventh president of Jefferson Community College.

Dr. Dupee was chosen for the position by the Jefferson Community College Board of Trustees in March 2023 and then forwarded to the SUNY Board of Trustees, according to a press release from JCC.

“Dr. Dupee established himself as a campus leader soon after joining Jefferson in 2007,” Jefferson Board of Trustees Chair and Search Committee Co-chair Judith L. Gentner said in a press release. “He brings not only great strength in fiscal management but also experience in nearly all facets of the institution from enrollment services to student support services and academic programming, to infrastructure and facilities management.”

Dr. Dupee commented on this announcement following his official appointment.

“I am honored and humbled to be selected as President of Jefferson Community College,” Dr. Dupee said. “As a community college graduate myself, I truly understand the mission of community colleges and how they transform lives through education and drive economic development in the community. It is a privilege to work alongside our dedicated faculty, staff and administration each and every day to carry out Jefferson’s mission to educate, inspire and empower our students and the community. Jefferson is often referred to as the ‘jewel of the North Country’ and I look forward to continuing and strengthening that legacy.”

Prior to his appointment, Dr. Dupee spent the last 16 years of his career at Jefferson Community College. Dupee served as Jefferson’s Administrator-in-Charge since June 2022 after he was the College’s Executive Vice President of Administration, Finance and Enrollment Services.

Dupee also worked in the private sector for National Grid and the Carrier Corporation and also for the Mexico Academy and Central School. He also has classroom experience that he gained as an adjunct instructor for SUNY Potsdam, LeMoyne College, Columbia College and JCC.

He holds a doctorate in higher education administration from Northeastern University, a certificate of advanced study in educational leadership from LeMoyne College, master’s and bachelor’s degrees in business administration from Columbia College, and an associate’s in humanities and social sciences from Onondaga Community College.

The search for JCC’s seventh president began in September 2022, following the resignation in June 2022 of Dr. Ty Stone who served as president since July 2017.

The Trustees hired search consultant R.H. Perry & Associates to assist in the 7-month search process that culminated in four finalists visiting the Jefferson campus during the weeks of March 13and March 20.

Northwest Vista College Names Dr. Amy Bosley as their next President

Dr. Amy Bosley Has an Extensive Track Record in Higher Education Teaching, Mentoring, Planning and Administration

(San Antonio, TX) – Northwest Vista College (NVC) announces the selection of Dr. Amy Bosley, an innovative higher education administrator with extensive teaching experience and advanced communication, human resources and business expertise. She will lead NVC as it embarks on a new five-year strategic plan and the Excelencia in Education framework. NVC is also nearing its 30-year anniversary of creating opportunities for student success.

Dr. Bosley, who currently serves as Vice President for Institutional Planning, Development, and as Chief of Staff at Valencia College in Central Florida, was approved unanimously by the Alamo Colleges District Board of Trustees on Tuesday, May 16. She will begin her new position in mid-July, succeeding NVC Interim President Debi Gaitan, who has served in that capacity since October 2022.

“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Bosley as she is a leading higher education administrator and has a strong track record of serving the community college mission and students by improving student access and completion,” said Dr. Mike Flores, Alamo Colleges District Chancellor. “Her experience of advancing innovative practices in student access and completion will further the goals of Northwest Vista College and the Alamo Colleges.”

A tenured professor, Dr. Bosley is an Aspen Presidential Fellow and contributes to local, state, and national organizations. She has senior leadership experience in strategic planning, accreditation and resource development.

Prior to her current position, Dr. Bosley served as Vice President of Organizational Development and Human Resources at Valencia College, where she developed and implemented all aspects of the college’s organizational communication and human resource development. She also served as the senior advisor for the college on issues related to change management by providing guidance for internal communication and supporting collaboration and shared governance through systems, programs and professional development.

Her previous roles include serving as Associate Vice President of Organizational Communication and Development as well as professor and academic coordinator at Valencia College. She has also taught communication courses at the graduate level at the University of Central Florida.

“I am thrilled to have been selected as Northwest Vista’s third president,” said Dr. Bosley. “As NVC approaches its 30th anniversary, it is inspiring to look back at the impressive record of excellence in student access and success. I am excited to partner with the faculty, staff, community, and employers to build on this foundation,” she added.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Amy Bosley to the Northwest Vista College family,” said NVC Interim President Debi Gaitan. “This is an exciting time for our students, faculty and staff as we launch our next strategic plan and look ahead to build upon NVC’s legacy.”

Dr. Bosley holds a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication and a Master of Arts in Communication from the University of Central Florida as well as a Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership, concentration in Higher Education Leadership and Human Resources from Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale.

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