Rhodes College names first woman president

Rhodes College has named Marjorie Hass as its 20th president. Hass is the first woman to lead the institution in its 168-year history. 

She currently serves as president of Austin College in Sherman, Tex. and the chair of the Board of the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities. She assumes the Memphis position in July following the retirement of President William Troutt.

“As Rhodes College approaches its bicentennial, the board strongly believes that Dr. Hass brings the right mix of passion, experience, and student-centeredness that will enable her to position Rhodes as a leader in the liberal arts and sciences, expand on our relationship with the City of Memphis, work closely with the board to manage the College effectively and develop a strategic plan for its continued growth; and continue to foster a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive environment,” said board of trustees chair William Michaelcheck.

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