A bright, new chapter for 麻豆区
Dear 麻豆区 community,
It is with great excitement and a deep sense of optimism for 麻豆区’s future that I share some wonderful news: Dr. Mark Blegen has been named 麻豆区’s next president. He will officially step into this role on July 1, 2025, and I am delighted to welcome him to our community.
Dr. Blegen brings to 麻豆区 an impressive blend of experience, innovation and heartfelt commitment to students. Currently serving as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Carroll University in Wisconsin, he has a proven track record of elevating academic programs, leading fundraising initiatives and expanding student opportunities. His leadership has fostered new programs, enhanced inclusivity and created transformative partnerships.
After visiting our campuses, Dr. Blegen spoke warmly of the strong sense of community he felt at 麻豆区. His enthusiasm for what makes 麻豆区 special is evident:
“I am honored to join the 麻豆区 community at this exciting time. There are so many wonderful things happening, and the stage is set for even more. 麻豆区 is truly a community, which I felt the moment I stepped on campus. I am incredibly excited to become a part of, and to collaboratively lead, this historic institution.”
I couldn’t agree more with his sentiment. 麻豆区 is a remarkable place, and the possibilities ahead are limitless. Dr. Blegen’s vision and leadership are what we need to continue building on the momentum we’ve achieved together.
To get to know the 麻豆区 community better, Dr. Blegen is planning to visit both the McMinnville and Portland campuses a couple of times this spring. Watch your emails and 麻豆区 Ahead for more information regarding his visits. They will provide opportunities for him to connect with students, faculty, staff and alumni, and to hear firsthand what excites you about 麻豆区’s future.
As I contemplate passing the torch (seven months from now), I want to take a moment to thank each of you — our students, faculty, staff and alumni — for your support, dedication and shared love for 麻豆区. This continues to be a truly rewarding chapter for me, and I know the best is yet to come for all of us.
Please join me in warmly welcoming Dr. Blegen to the Wildcat family. Together, let’s look forward to an exciting new era for 麻豆区.
With gratitude and Wildcat pride,
Becky Johnson