Entries tagged with ‘President’

A Video Message From President Ohle

Gustavus Adolphus College President Jack R. Ohle presents a video message to the Gustavus community and its many constituents. His message addresses the state of the College including an important milestone in the Commission Gustavus 150 process and the College’s new brand position unveiled to the public on Saturday, Oct. 10.

A Message From President Ohle Regarding Gustavus and the Economy

In a Dec. 3 letter to the Gustavus Community, President Jack R. Ohle addressed ways the College is moving forward during this time of economic uncertainty in our country.

Presidential Inauguration Events Planned

Gustavus Adolphus College will inaugurate Jack R. Ohle as its 15th president at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3 in Christ Chapel. The public is invited to celebrate this event along with a reception on Eckman Mall that will follow the ceremony.

Ohle Officially Takes Office as College’s 15th President

Tuesday, July 1 officially marks the beginning of Jack R. Ohle's tenure as the 15th president of Gustavus Adolphus College. Ohle replaces James L. Peterson, who retired after serving as president of the College since July 2003.

Jack R. Ohle Named New President of Gustavus Adolphus College

The Board of Trustees of Gustavus Adolphus College today elected Jack R. Ohle to be the College's 15th president. Ohle, currently the president of Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, will succeed James L. Peterson, who is retiring after serving as president of the College since July 2003. Ohle will take office July 1, 2008.

Gustavus Launches Presidential Search Website

When the 2007-08 academic year comes to a close, Gustavus Adolphus College President James L. Peterson will retire and the college will inaugurate its 15th president. A new website has been created to inform the Gustavus community about this important and detailed process.

James L. Peterson Announces Plans to Retire in ’08

Dr. James L. Peterson, the 14th President of Gustavus Adolphus College, informed the Board of Trustees this morning of his decision to retire at the conclusion of the 2008 academic year, capping a five year term as President of the College. Peterson, 64, will serve through June 2008, and has offered to assist in an orderly transition beyond that date if needed.