Past Presidents
Past Presidents of °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï
From 1955 to the Present
Throughout its history, °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï's presidents have been talented leaders who have inspired others to enhance the University's presence and mission. The mission-driven institution has had eight leaders in its 68-year history.
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Drew Bogner, Ph.D., President Emeritus, Sixth President 2000 - 2020 |
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Valerie Collins, Ph.D., Acting President 1999 - 2000 |
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Martin D. Snyder, Ph.D., Fifth President 1996 - 1999 |
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Sister Janet A. Fitzgerald, O.P., Ph.D., Fourth President 1972 - 1996 |
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Sister Mary Celeste Beck, O.P., Ph.D., Third President 1962 - 1972 |
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Mother Bernadette de Lourdes Betz, O.P., M.A., Second President 1957 - 1962 |
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Mother M. Anselma Ruth, O.P., Ph.D., First President 1955 - 1957 |






