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| Board picks new leader from within |
| By Leader-Telegram staff |
The Chippewa Valley Technical College board didn't look far Thursday to find the school's next president, selecting Bruce Barker, currently the vice president of operations at CVTC. The appointment, to replace outgoing president Bill Ihlenfeldt, will be finalized pending contract negotiations at the next board meeting. Last week the other finalist, Tim Wynes, withdrew his name from consideration, citing family concerns and the desire to complete ongoing projects at Iowa Valley Community College in Marshalltown, Iowa, where he is chancellor. "We are confident that Mr. Barker will provide the leadership that will bring CVTC to a new level of development and accomplishments," board Chairman Frank Bucheger said in a statement. "The board was fortunate to identify a leader who has consistently demonstrated a passionate commitment to CVTC." The board met twice this week, Monday and Thursday, to determine whether to offer the position to Barker or begin the search anew. "Mr. Barker's combined experience working in the community we serve and proven leadership record at the college will serve us well for years to come," Jesse Harness, board member and chairman of the presidential search committee, said in a statement. "He has the unique advantage of being able to hit the ground running." Barker joined CVTC in 1999 as human resources administrator and became vice president of operations in 2000. Barker's current duties include supervising enrollment management and student services, the business office, human resources, information technology, purchasing, auxiliary services and facilities. He also acts as internal legal counsel for the college. According to a statement issued by CVTC, Barker is a member of the president's council and played a part in creating the college's strategic plan, the annual operating and capital budgets, and developing and building CVTC's Health Education Center, NanoRite Innovation Center and the Chippewa County Job Center. Barker and CVTC officials were unavailable for comment Thursday night. This submission provided by Dipsydoodle, and is quoted: "Same old same old Crap". Watch your ass now, with the budget Dr. I has left for his successor, the only opportunity is to continue outsourcing local support jobs to Florida and elsewhere." |
1 comment:
I have known Bruce Barker for over 20 years, and I know he is the right person for this job. Although I understand your personal reasons for disliking Dr. I and everyone associated with his administration, I do think you need to view Bruce differently. He is a great man and will be an excellent leader for the university.
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