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The College ������Ƶ ’s president, Wesley R. Fugate, Ph.D., was named to the . This accolade recognizes him as ������Ƶ “one of the most powerful individuals in Pennsylvania education. ������Ƶ ” The 100 leaders profiled ������Ƶ “have helped their institutions not just survive but thrive. ������Ƶ ”

������Ƶ “Recognition such as this reflects the excellent work of our faculty and staff, ������Ƶ ” Fugate said. ������Ƶ “They are the people deserving of such high praise, as they are working day in and day out to transform the lives of our students. I am honored to represent them through inclusion on this prestigious list of higher education leaders. ������Ƶ ”

Fugate was chosen for his success in launching a series of affordable online degree programs, increasing the first-year retention rate by 4%, and growing the College ������Ƶ ’s unrestricted fund by nearly 75%. The organizers also noted his passion for innovation, fundraising, opportunity, and making the campus animal-friendly. They added, ������Ƶ “Fugate has also celebrated Wilson teams ������Ƶ ’ conference championships in several sports and raised the profile of the school ������Ƶ ’s arts programs. ������Ƶ ”