The Loyalist College Board of Governors has confirmed that President Maureen Piercy will serve another term as President of the College, effective July 1, 2014.
“The Board is pleased to announce the extension of President Maureen Piercy’s appointment for a five year term,” said Board Chair Tamara Kleinschmidt. “Maureen is an outstanding leader who has developed strong relationships both inside and outside the College. Loyalist’s impact and value to our students and community have flourished, and we are delighted that she has agreed to continue as President and CEO for the next five years.”
Since her appointment in 2005, President Piercy has focused on strengthening community outreach with municipalities, businesses and organizations in the area, and on transforming the campus. Under her leadership the College has undergone a massive expansion of its facilities. The Sustainable Skills, Technology and Life Sciences Centre was completed in 2011. This remarkable new facility, built with $16.6 million provided in equal amounts by the federal and provincial governments, has been enhanced with donations to the Campaign for Loyalist College, with commitments to date of close to $6 million. The Skills Centre has also provided the opportunity for new and renewed programming in the area of Skills and Technology, leading to unprecedented interest in these programs.
Other recent developments include the Multi-Sports Dome, Townhouse-style Residences, the Welcome Centre, the Digital Media Centre, and the Dining Room, a project undertaken by the Loyalist Student Government.
“I am very proud to work with our Board and College Community to develop and implement Loyalist’s next Strategic Plan, for 2015-2020,” said Maureen Piercy. “The College has thrived and we have developed exceptionally close and productive relationships with our communities. We provide important access to excellent post-secondary education for this region, with many new, renewed and innovative programs. I look forward to working with the Board, our exceptional College team, and community partners.”
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Media Contact: Dianne Spencer, Executive Director, College Advancement & External Relations; (613) 969-1913, ext. 2235; dspencer@loyalistc.on.ca