President Cheryl Evans Jones Announces Retirement from 佩因大学

2024年6月4日

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For Immediate Release – 2024年6月4日
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佩因大学, Augusta, GA – 潘恩.edu

President Cheryl Evans Jones Announces Retirement from 佩因大学

Augusta Georgia, 2024年6月4日 – After 31 years of dedicated service, 5 of which she served 作为总统, President Cheryl Evans Jones has announced her retirement from 佩因大学, effective June 30, 2024.  President Jones has been a transformative leader, guiding 佩因大学 through a period of growth and innovation, and leaving an indelible mark on the institution.

Under President Jones's leadership, 佩因大学 has experienced significant achievements and milestones, including institutional accreditation by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and 学校 (TRACS), approval to offer distance education by TRACS, approval for participation in Division I South of the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA), partnering with the Augusta National Golf Club which established two endowed scholarships in the name of Lee Elder and a women's golf team for the first time in the College's history, a grant in the amount of $1.4 million from Augusta-Richmond County Commission to mitigate the effects of COVID-19, and accreditation of the Department of Business Administration by the Accreditation Council for Business 学校 and 项目 (ACBSP).

Most recently she catalyzed a first-of-its kind 10-year Transformation Plan with the Board of Trustees and the support of Augusta National Golf Club, EAB, Bank of America, and the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). Her unwavering commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community engagement has strengthened 佩因大学's position as a beacon of higher education in the CSRA.

Reflecting on her time at 佩因大学, President Jones expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as president and highlighted the dedication and resilience of the 佩因大学 community. "It has indeed been my pleasure and honor to serve at 佩因大学 for the past 31 years, first as a faculty member, then in various administrative roles including Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, and for the past five years, 作为总统.  During my tenure at 佩因大学, I encountered some of the best students and have worked with the most dedicated faculty and staff one could hope for.  I appreciate the support received from the alumni and the Board of Trustees.  I will always have love for 佩因大学 and pray for its continued success in producing leaders who serve."

"The Board of Trustees extends its sincere appreciation to President Jones for her exceptional leadership and tireless dedication to advancing the mission and vision of 佩因大学," said Michael Thurmond, Chair of the Board of Trustees.

The Board of Trustees will begin the search for 佩因大学's next president immediately and will provide updates on the search process in the coming weeks.

In early April when President Jones made her retirement plans known, she committed to ensuring a smooth transition, staying on board until a replacement is found, and working closely with the Board of Trustees and the leadership team to facilitate a seamless succession.

As 佩因大学 prepares to embark on a new chapter, the entire community extends its heartfelt thanks and best wishes to President Cheryl Evans Jones as she transitions into retirement.

 

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