BOSTON - Lauded as a visionary leader with a demonstrated commitment to innovation, academic excellence and the transformative power of higher education, Robert E. Johnson today was named chancellor…, The search process, A 16-member committee comprising students, faculty, alumni, staff, community representatives and members of the UMass Board of Trustees was formed in September 2016 to help select a new chancellor…, UMass Dartmouth, UMass Dartmouth, the state's only research university south of Boston, was recently designated as a doctoral level research institution by the national Carnegie Classification of Institutions of…, Additional praise for the selection of Becker College President Robert E. Johnson as chancellor of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Dartmouth:, Governor Charlie Baker:, "Robert Johnson has worked tirelessly to bring about change and improvements to the institutions he has served as a leader in higher education. We recognized his commitment to excellence in education…, Lt. Governor Karyn Polito:, "Robert Johnson's influential leadership at Becker College and throughout his career has been an inspiration to many in the greater Worcester area who have seen his dedication to strengthening ties…, Timothy P. Murray, president and CEO, Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce and former lieutenant governor:, "Robert Johnson is a dynamic leader who, through hard work and collaboration, has transformed Becker College into a national leader on several fronts. Robert's brand of can do leadership has had a…, James J. Karam, former chairman of the UMass Board of Trustees and member of the UMass Dartmouth Chancellor Search Committee:, "As a search committee, we were fortunate to have a very deep and diverse pool of candidates, which speaks highly of UMass Dartmouth and its future. Within that excellent pool, Dr. Johnson stood out…, Margaret D. Xifaras, former UMass trustee:, "As a resident of the region, former trustee and an alumna of UMass Dartmouth, I congratulate President Meehan and the Board of Trustees on the selection of Dr. Johnson. He will come to the region…, Laurie A. Leshin, president of Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI):, "UMass Dartmouth is to be commended for their brilliant selection of Robert Johnson as Chancellor. Since my arrival at WPI, Chancellor-designate Johnson has been my close colleague, and I can…, David Angel, president of Clark University:, "President Johnson has been a visionary leader at Becker College and in the Worcester community. With a strong focus on student success, President Johnson's many accomplishments are a testimony to…, Peyton R. Helm, interim chancellor of UMass Dartmouth:, "I welcome Robert Johnson to UMass Dartmouth, a university distinguished by a deep commitment to students, an exciting research agenda and an unparalleled connection to the community. His breadth of…, Michael F. Collins, chancellor of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Medical School:, "I applaud the University's President and Board of Trustees on their selection of Robert E. Johnson as the next chancellor of the Dartmouth campus. Johnson's tenure in Worcester's robust community of…, Jacqueline F. Moloney, chancellor of UMass Lowell:, "I am pleased to welcome Robert Johnson to the UMass system and look forward to working with him and his team at UMass Dartmouth to advance public higher education, research and economic development.", J. Keith Motley, chancellor of UMass Boston:, "I am so pleased that President Meehan and the UMass Board of Trustees have selected Robert Johnson to lead our sister campus in Dartmouth. Robert brings the deep experience and forward-looking…, Kumble Subbaswamy, chancellor of UMass Amherst:, "Dr. Johnson brings a remarkable record of achievement to his new role as chancellor of the Dartmouth campus. He is a respected leader in higher education who has made a real, transformative…, Jean MacCormack, former UMass Dartmouth Chancellor and president of the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate:, "Dr. Johnson is innovative and entrepreneurial, and with his leadership I am confident that UMass Dartmouth will write an exciting new chapter in its history. The university's ascension to research…, Arthur P. (Jay) DiGeronimo Jr., chair, Becker College Board of Trustees:, "Under Dr. Johnson's leadership, Becker College has grown, thrived and proven itself as an institution that has realized exceptional outcomes. Dr. Johnson's future-oriented leadership, energy and…, Michael Angelini, chairman, Bowditch & Dewey, LLP, Worcester:, "This is a superb selection. The Board has chosen a smart, proven leader who is extremely able and who is passionately committed to educational excellence. Dr. Johnson's impact at Becker College has…, Susan M. Mailman, owner and president of Coghlin Electrical Contractors, Inc. and Coghlin Network Services, Inc., Worcester, and chair, Quinsigamond Community College Board of Trustees:, "I have been very fortunate to work closely with Dr. Johnson during his tenure at Becker College. He has been a tremendous asset to our community. UMass Dartmouth students, the region and the UMass…, Mark W. Fuller, chairman and treasurer of the George F. and Sybil H. Fuller Foundation, and vice president, Risk Strategies Company:, "As a transformational leader, Robert E. Johnson has proven a tremendous asset to our region, and I congratulate him on his new position. I expect that UMass Dartmouth, the University of…
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