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Great Colleges to Work For 2016

July 18, 2016


The annual Great Colleges to Work For survey was administered March 14 through April 15 and compiled by ModernThink LLC for The Chronicle. All survey-related content in this issue, including college presidents’ statements about what makes their institution a great place to work, was provided by ModernThink, which drew institutional data from the colleges and the U.S. Department of Education.

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The annual Great Colleges to Work For survey was administered March 14 through April 15 and compiled by ModernThink LLC for The Chronicle. All survey-related content in this issue, including college presidents’ statements about what makes their institution a great place to work, was provided by ModernThink, which drew institutional data from the colleges and the U.S. Department of Education.

Institution NameRecognition Categories
Abilene Christian UniversityFacilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: ACU'€™s faculty and staff are deeply dedicated to our mission to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. They passionately invest in students' lives as they mentor, model, and conduct research with them. Our faculty and staff are Christ-centered, display a restless pursuit of excellence, celebrate creativity and innovation, and receive every student as created in the image of God, destined for greatness according to who He'€™s called them to be.€— Phil Schubert
Angelo State UniversityCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Our faculty and staff have formed an outstanding team as they work together to deliver the quality education and overall college experience that today'€™s students expect and deserve. In turn, the administration does its best to provide the finest facilities and technology to aid in those efforts. It says a lot that annually we have more than 100 employees who celebrate at least five years on campus, and many stay their entire careers.€— Brian J. May
Austin Peay State UniversityTeaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: Austin Peay State University is a great place to work because the employees take ownership of the institution. We take responsibility for the institution and one another. Many employees are involved in the institution outside of work hours, participating in staff activities, attending campus events, and investing in meaningful relationships with co-workers. Employees have built a rich Austin Peay culture, which has become a rewarding way of life.— Alisa White
Baylor UniversityCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Baylor University’s mission challenges us with a call to excellence. The Baylor family of faculty and staff commits its time and talents creating a caring community dedicated to leadership, service, academic excellence, and Christian commitment. Beyond the privilege of educating men and women to be leaders and servants throughout the world, employees enjoy an active community, stability, investments in employee success, and outstanding benefits – all of which make Baylor a Great College to Work For.— David E. Garland
Blue Ridge Community CollegeCollaborative Governance; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Blue Ridge Community College is a wonderful place to work because the people care about what they do and why they do it. The college serves a compelling need in our community, and employees do all they can to help our students achieve great success. As a result, we have an atmosphere of caring that pervades the institution and enriches the relationships we have as colleagues and friends. Despite the challenges we sometimes face, people want to work here because we know that together, we can overcome any obstacle to support one other and our students as we strive to serve the educational needs of our community.— John Downey
Brenau UniversityProfessional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship
President's Statement: Brenau University is small enough to treat each employee and student with personal attention and foster a culture of open-minded, progressive learning. Our benefits are among the best in the nation, and compensation is competitive. People stay at Brenau because it is a simultaneously challenging but forgiving environment. In brief, Brenau is a fun place to work with good pay and great benefits, all the while carrying an indelible academic reputation.— Ed Schrader
College of the OzarksCompensation & Benefits; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: College of the Ozarks is a desirable place to work because of its long-time purpose/vision: "to develop citizens of Christ-like character who are well-educated, hard-working, and patriotic." This fosters a workplace where Christ, students, and employees are honored. While benefits and salary are certainly factors in employment longevity, many employees would say their loyalty is due to the satisfaction of spending their working careers with an employer that is making a tangible, positive difference.— Jerry C. Davis
Copiah-Lincoln Community CollegeConfidence in Senior Leadership; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs
President's Statement: We often refer to our college employees at Copiah-Lincoln Community College as the Co-Lin family. I believe that the word family implies the special relationship that we have as we work together to serve our students and our community. This common respect and appreciation we have for each other is an important part of our organizational culture, and it influences everything we do as a college. All of our employees recognize that the work we do together is important, and we embrace the opportunity we have to help others. Working in a mutually supportive environment focused on a common mission makes our college a great place to work.— Ronald E. Nettles
Crowder CollegeCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: From its founding in 1963, Crowder College has practiced and shared the principles of Servant Leadership while devoting itself to a simple but compelling mission: building a civil, serving, literate, learning community of responsible citizens. It is Crowder employees'€™ honest and consistent commitment to this mission and to service that makes the college unique. Simply put, faculty, staff, students, and supporters collectively make Crowder College a great place to work.— Jennifer Methvin
Delaware County Community CollegeCompensation & Benefits; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Respect and Appreciation; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: For most of our employees, working at a community college, with our mission of opportunity and student success, becomes a kind of calling. Most of us share a fulfilling sense of making a collective difference. And we do all this in a work environment that is comfortable and caring. We have excellent facilities, state-of-the art equipment, generous health benefits, competitive salaries, and ample opportunities for professional growth for our faculty and staff.— Jerry Parker
Des Moines UniversityCompensation & Benefits; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: Des Moines University is great because of our strong sense of community and collaborative spirit. We fully embrace our core values and demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity and wellness. Focusing on quality, we set a standard for excellence in teaching and learning, and we place the highest priority on respect for the dignity and diversity of the entire campus community. It is truly great because of the people who make us all DMU proud!— Angela Walker Franklin
Doane UniversityTenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: Doane University is a great place to work because our staff and faculty are dedicated to providing our students with an education of the highest quality at an affordable price. We strive to create a work environment that promotes opportunity for advancement and professional development, as well as being welcoming, inclusive, and diverse. Whether a groundskeeper, professor, or college dean, everyone has an important contribution to make and all are highly valued.— Jacque Carter
East Central Community CollegeCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: The people at East Central Community College make it a great place to work. College employees are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of students and each other every day. Our college has a clear mission and employees understand and value the significant role everyone plays in achieving that mission. College employees accomplish worthwhile things for students and others while following the EC Way – Excellence with Class.— Billy W. Stewart
Eastern Connecticut State UniversityCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: Eastern is a great place to work because of its people, and the values, aspirations, and commitment to students they share. For more than 125 years, the faculty and staff have worked as a team, no matter the size, to support each other while providing students with skills they need to succeed as working professionals and engaged citizens. We expect a lot of our students and of one another, and we work together to achieve those expectations.— Elsa M. Nunez
Eastern Kentucky UniversitySupervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: EKU is blessed with dedicated faculty and staff, each member possessing a can-do spirit and committed to personal and institutional excellence. These are men and women who come together daily to pool their diverse gifts and talents for one common purpose: providing the best possible learning and living experience for our students. It is also a campus community distinguished by its compassion for the less fortunate and those who are experiencing hardship in their lives.— Michael Benson
Elon UniversityCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: Elon is an inclusive academic community powered by strong human relationships. As a premier student-centered learning environment, Elon involves every employee in the mission of preparing the ethical leaders our world needs. Through this rewarding work, we develop a deep sense of the value of our professional and personal efforts. Elon'€™s work environment is characterized by a spirit of innovation, collaboration, strong communication, and continuous improvement, with an overarching ethos of kindness and collegiality.— Leo M. Lambert
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityCompensation & Benefits; Respect and Appreciation; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: In the last decade, Embry-Riddle (celebrating 90 years) has doubled its academic programs due in part to rigorous standards of excellence by research and teaching faculty and admissions criteria. Students, faculty, and staff are embraced by a university-wide, value-driven environment of "€˜leaving it better than we found it."€™ Learning, leadership, and character are developed in the classroom, on the athletic field, in the dorms, and wherever our community of Eagles fly.— Karen A. Holbrook, interim president
Endicott CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: While students and parents make up the bulk of the amazing community at Endicott, the backbone is the outstanding faculty and staff that keep the college entrepreneurial, compassionate, and enthusiastic. The phenomenal growth Endicott has seen in the last 20 years means we have to work to maintain the small-town feel alongside our vision for expansion, and that is accomplished through regular community meetings, success sharing, and a commitment to a healthy work-life balance.— Richard Wylie
Florida International UniversityCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: We support and encourage passion for our students and community. We have urgency about student achievement, community engagement, and making the world a better place. We operate with a sense of inclusivity, respect and optimism, and appreciate every day that we have meaningful work.— Mark B. Rosenberg
Francis Marion UniversityCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: The trustees, administrators, faculty, and staff of Francis Marion work collegially to serve the student body and maintain a system of shared governance characterized by strong respect and deference for one another. The intellectually vibrant faculty is committed to teaching, research, and service to the multiple constituencies served. This institution is every president's dream -- the faculty and staff continually accomplish unbelievable things but are reluctant to accept the praise that they are rightly due.— Luther F. Carter
Gannon UniversityConfidence in Senior Leadership; Professional/Career Development Programs
President's Statement: Gannon University is proud of its dedicated campus community members, who are unified in their commitment to providing an accessible, quality academic experience and fostering an environment where anything is possible for our students. Through their continued ingenuity, service, and unwavering dedication, our faculty and staff are exemplars of our mission and Roman Catholic identity, and the reason why Gannon University is a great place to work, to learn, to inspire, and to believe.— Keith Taylor
Gettysburg CollegeFacilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: There are many things that make Gettysburg College a great place to work, but what really distinguishes us is the people. We have a fabulous community of faculty and administrative and support staff who are dedicated to our mission. They are extraordinary people who teach, prepare, and inspire our students to do extraordinary things and who value each others' contributions to carrying out that mission.— Janet Morgan Riggs
Heartland Community CollegeFacilities, Workspace & Security
President's Statement: Heartland Community College as an institution is focused on student success and serving its community. Employees of the college are challenged to consider the importance of their role in supporting these institutional priorities. Among the core values of the college is respecting all individuals and ensuring that civility, collegiality, and the highest standards of professionalism characterize Heartland's daily environment. Heartland Community College is a great working environment.— Robert D. Widmer
Hofstra UniversityCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: The Hofstra University community is a very collegial and engaged group of scholars and professionals who share one common goal: We all want to help young people reach their full potential. We understand our common purpose. Whether advising students on a major or career or encouraging great teaching, the kind that changes students’ lives, we have a singular focus: our students and their success.— Stuart Rabinowitz
Howard Community CollegeCompensation & Benefits; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: The people of Howard Community College make it the best place to work. Dedicated faculty and staff members provide high quality, innovative educational opportunities to a diverse student body. These highly motivated and committed students ensure that classes and extracurricular activities are infused with unique viewpoints. Community leaders, elected officials, and business partners invest time and resources in the college, helping to shape its future endeavors. It's truly the people who make HCC great.— Kathleen Hetherington
Illinois State UniversityCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Respect and Appreciation; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Civic engagement is one of Illinois State University's core values, and faculty and support-staff members work to ensure that engagement is an intentional part of the learning process in and out of the classroom. Faculty and staff provide curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular experiences that allow students to enhance the entire campus community and the greater community at large. This effort makes students a true partner in campus governance and community leadership.— Larry Dietz
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeConfidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Professional/Career Development Programs; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Reynolds's overarching goal is "student success," and the way we achieve that is by attracting, nourishing, and investing in the very best people: professionals who dedicate themselves to their work, regardless of whether they teach, manicure lawns, perform administrative duties, or work with financial-aid documents or financial forms. Like the many musicians of a symphony, each playing different instruments, we work together to create that magical harmony that results in our students' success.— Gary L. Rhodes
Jefferson State Community CollegeCompensation & Benefits
President's Statement: Jefferson State Community College is a great place to work because it'€™s more than a college, it'€™s a community. Our state-wide system has experienced a tremendous amount of change in the past year. In the face of this change, our employees have banded together and re-established an incredible sense of family. Instead of disconnecting, our faculty and staff crave fellowship. This tremendous commitment makes me proud to serve as their president.— Keith A. Brown
John Brown UniversityCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: John Brown University comprises a community of employees passionate about JBU's mission to empower the next generation of Christian leaders. The faculty enjoys research and schedule autonomy with frequent interaction with leadership, and the staff experiences a relaxed work environment that values excellence in every area of life. We make it a priority to diligently highlight employee success both within the JBU community and in our wider collegiate communities.— Charles W. Pollard
Juniata CollegeTenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Juniata is set apart in a dramatic landscape that rewards those who wish to focus, to explore, and to work with few barriers on the task of educating students in ways that magnify potential and results. Our staff and faculty derive their greatest satisfaction from the success of our students, and given the track record of our graduates, such satisfaction occurs in abundance €”and has for decades.— James A. Troha
Kent State UniversityCompensation & Benefits
President's Statement: Kent State University is a premier learning and research institution situated in northeast Ohio. Our campus, in an award-winning college town, is home to thinkers from all walks of life. With over 280 bachelor'€™s degree options, 200 study-abroad programs, and 100 areas of graduate study, Kent State offers boundless paths to expand horizons. Our diverse, collaborative, and talented students, faculty, and staff make Kent State an undeniably great place to learn, work, and play.— Beverly J. Warren
Life Pacific CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership
President's Statement: The team at Life Pacific College is engaged, passionate, and committed to students'€™ success. LPC works hard to create a positive work environment, including safe and comfortable workspace, above-average benefits, paid meals, and a compelling sense of purpose. Moreover, we are proud of the increased role of all staff and faculty in college governance. Every person on campus has a voice, not only through supervisors, but in the confidential staff or faculty forum as well.— Jim J. Adams
Lord Fairfax Community CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: LFCC is a great place to work because the college highly values its employees and creates a caring, positive work atmosphere. Their concerns, opinions and thoughts about the college are solicited through various forums and college-wide events. We also offer a work atmosphere that supports a proper work-life balance through flexible work schedules, professional-development opportunities, free fitness classes, and college-wide wellness initiatives. We encourage employees to build relationships with co-workers and the community.— Cheryl Thompson-Stacy
Lubbock Christian UniversityCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Lubbock Christian University is an engaging place to work where faculty and staff serve together with a deep commitment to changing lives. The university provides opportunities for employees to regularly integrate mission while developing both professionally and spiritually. Each year employees lead a campus-wide co-curricular study of an important theme. This year'€™s topic, "€œThinking Christianly and Critically About Justice,"€ serves as an excellent example of the rich and dynamic environment that exists at the university.— Tim Perrin
Lycoming CollegeConfidence in Senior Leadership; Job Satisfaction; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: We continue to develop our culture of innovation, an effort we initiated in our broadly inclusive strategic planning process during 2013-14. Moving forward, we will be putting the liberal arts to work in centers for energy, enhanced academic experiences, leadership and entrepreneurship, and our expanded Clean Water Institute,€” building upon our enduring liberal arts model of close faculty mentorship. We also take seriously our commitment to the local community, both as an economic engine for revitalization, and as a foundation of our area'™s cultural and social network.— Kent Trachte
Lynn UniversityCompensation & Benefits; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: It's our people -- students, faculty, staff and so many others -- who make our university community a remarkable place to work, learn, and live. Our campus is full of energy and ideas, and our employees are dedicated to student success. They care about our students and work with them to realize their potential. We also have a sense here of never quite being finished, and it'€™s exciting to work at a place that isn'€™t "€œdone"€ yet.— Kevin Ross
Martin Luther CollegeCompensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction
President's Statement: Martin Luther College is a great place to work because of our singular ministerial focus: to train pastors, teachers, and staff ministers for service in the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod. Our students, faculty, and staff have passion, commitment, and respect for the ministry and showcase those attributes each day in their campus and personal life. With pride and care, our 132-year-old campus sits beautifully atop the hill of our community overlooking the city. It is the people at MLC who make it great, and I am proud to serve alongside them.— Mark Zarling
McKendree UniversityCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: McKendree University is a great place to work because of the quality of the people who are employed here. They create a friendly and warm ambiance while embracing a vibrant and stimulating environment. McKendree is a welcoming community that has created an atmosphere of mutual respect and appreciation. We work hard, play hard, and together celebrate the many impressive accomplishments of our faculty and staff, students, and alumni! To accomplish this in a time of rapid change and uncertainty is extraordinary!— James M. Dennis
McPherson CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: McPherson College is community. Students are important and central to our mission; however our employees are the heart of the institution. I'm not sure who has more fun on campus -- the students or employees. We enjoy working together on the big challenges in higher education. Our people prove that small does not mean insignificant: over 98 percent of our graduates are placed in their field, and 100 percent are accepted to graduate school.— Michael Schneider
MGH Institute of Health ProfessionsCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Our faculty and staff make the MGH Institute a great place to work! They value, encourage, support, and care for one another, and often say, €"œThis is truly a special place, one I haven'€™t encountered elsewhere." Their energy, enthusiasm, and daily dedication to our students, who will become tomorrow's health care leaders, ensure a thriving, vibrant, learning community where all have the opportunity to fully realize and be recognized for their unique and diverse talents.— Janis Bellack
Miami Dade CollegeCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: €œMiami Dade College is a unique place where employees and students prosper and make a tremendous difference in our community and beyond. We offer our able team of employees a comprehensive compensation-and-benefits package, while fostering a spirit of innovation, inclusion, and integrity. Our employees enjoy collaborating with colleagues who are equally passionate about their jobs. I'm so proud to lead such a wonderful team. There's no better job nor place to work.€— Eduardo J. Padrón
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community CollegeCompensation & Benefits; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College states that MGCCC strives to create an institutional culture that promotes healthy lifestyles and encourages communication among all college employees. Finding affordable and accessible healthcare can often be challenging, so the college made it a priority to provide on-campus clinics for employees and their dependents. The college has also found that fostering open lines of interactive communication leads to empowered employees who embrace our commitment to make a positive difference in our district.— Mary S. Graham
Mississippi State UniversityCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: The people who work at Mississippi State have the satisfaction of knowing that they are making a positive difference in the lives of capable and deserving students who take their educational opportunities seriously, and that their university is unique in its ability to improve economic opportunities and quality of life in every part of our state. When you combine that sense of purpose with a university family that has a well-deserved reputation for friendliness and helpfulness, and add a beautiful physical campus, you have a great work environment -- one that is meaningful, supportive, and pleasant.— Mark Keenum
Mississippi University for WomenCollaborative Governance; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: The first publicly chartered university in the nation for women, Mississippi University for Women today offers a quality educational experience to women and men, as well as to diverse learners such as adults and first-generation, online, and international students. We'€™re proud of our tradition of outstanding teaching, and we value professors and staff members who make our university welcoming and challenging for our students. They create an environment that makes The W a great place to work.— Jim Borsig
Morgan Community CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Respect and Appreciation
President's Statement: Morgan Community College has a long tradition of solidarity,€“ a supportive climate in which employees work shoulder-to-shoulder to weather economic storms and external pressures, ever mindful to keep student success at the forefront of the college's primary directive. At the foundation of the MCC culture is a fabric of caring individuals (faculty, staff, and administrators) interwoven with a common work ethic of service and sacrifice for the greater good.— Kerry Hart
Murray State UniversityCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership
President's Statement: As employees of a nationally recognized, student-centered university, the faculty and staff at Murray State University have a shared mission to ensure student success. Each of us recognizes the vital role we play in making Murray State the "œfinest place we know,"€ and we remain committed every day to this vision. We take great pride in ensuring the future success of our Racers.— Robert O. Davies
New York Chiropractic CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: The faculty and staff of New York Chiropractic College are empowered to fulfill our mission and ensure the success of our students. Our faculty and staff are responsible for the success of the institution; they take great pride in their work and significant accomplishments. This is a great place to work because we entrust our team to pursue excellence, and they rise to the occasion every day.— Frank J. Nicchi
Nichols CollegeFacilities, Workspace & Security; Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Nichols College is a great place to work because of the vibrant campus community where collaboration among faculty and staff focuses on the success of our students. Through their collective efforts and individualized mentoring, students are able to develop their unique leadership potential. The faculty and staff exemplify our mission statement: Within a supportive community, Nichols College transforms today'€™s students into tomorrow's leaders through a dynamic, career-focused business and professional education.— Susan West Engelkemeyer
North Central CollegeTeaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: North Central College encourages a college campus work culture that is friendly, collaborative and high-energy. The employment experience for faculty and staff is enhanced by exceptional students eager to learn, grow, and prosper, remarkable fine-arts offerings, nationally renowned authors and guest lecturers, and exciting NCAA Division III athletics. Our campus blends with Naperville's vibrant downtown and is a short train ride from Chicago.— Troy D. Hammond
North Florida Community CollegeCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: North Florida Community College employees care about the work they do, the people they work with, and the integrity of the institution as a whole. Visitors regularly comment on our welcoming environment and friendly, helpful faculty and staff. NFCC also offers employees various ways to enrich their lives personally and professionally through access to the arts, health-and-wellness programs, an outstanding benefits package, and professional collaboration within the Florida College System and beyond.— John Grosskopf
Oral Roberts UniversitySupervisor/Department Chair Relationship
President's Statement: Oral Roberts University is committed to support its thriving global community by developing Spirit-empowered Christian leaders. We are a university on a mission dedicated to changing the world. ORU recently celebrated our 50th anniversary. As a family we commemorated our historic past and embraced our bright future. At ORU our faculty, staff, and students create a global and community-focused atmosphere through active involvement and support of people, charitable events, and organizations worldwide.— William M. Wilson
Owensboro Community and Technical CollegeConfidence in Senior Leadership
President's Statement: Owensboro Community and Technical College is a great place to work because our employees have created a culture of success and service. Accomplishing our vision of successfully transforming the quality of life of those we serve is predicated on outstanding service to our students, campus, and at-large community by our caring and dedicated faculty and staff. As we implore our students to "€œRace 2 Success,"€ we encourage one another to serve others.€— Scott Williams
Panola CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Panola College is a great place to work because of strong, unwavering community support and the commitment and shared vision among students, faculty, staff, and board members. There is an extremely high level of trust as we innovate to make Panola College the very best in all areas of operation. I frequently hear people on campus and in the community talk about the feeling of family that exists at Panola College. I am proud of our caring culture.— Gregory Powell
Pellissippi State Community CollegeJob Satisfaction; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: Pellissippi State Community College is a great place to work because of its people. First and foremost, faculty and staff are committed to student success. The college is dedicated to finding and developing innovative people for the transformative work we do on campus and in the community. During their time at the college, those people become part of the Pellissippi Way and grow to understand that we build success one story at a time.— L. Anthony Wise
Quincy CollegeCollaborative Governance; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship
President's Statement: €œFocused on teaching and learning one student at a time is the embodiment of the way in which we conduct ourselves each and every day, including the manner in which all students, faculty, and staff are regarded and engaged. As such, Quincy College creates a work environment that is innovative, where new ideas are encouraged and senior management fosters an environment in which there is flexibility to try out those ideas.— Peter Tsaffaras
Quinebaug Valley Community CollegeCompensation & Benefits
President's Statement: Serving residents in one of Connecticut's most rural areas, Quinebaug Valley Community College is the portal for thousands of students to begin or continue their education. Faculty and staff exhibit a resolute commitment to help students achieve their personal and professional goals. This care and compassion, inside and outside the classroom, form the ethos of the college's learning and working environment, which exudes a rare, positive energy unmatched by many colleges and universities.— Carlee Drummer
Quinnipiac UniversityCompensation & Benefits; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Among Quinnipiac'€™s core values, our €œstrong sense of community€ is shared by students and employees alike. All members of our community are valued and respected for their diverse contributions, which have a meaningful impact on the Quinnipiac experience. Situated midway between New York City and Boston, employees enjoy spectacular views of a state park and the Long Island Sound, with easy access to cultural centers. Quinnipiac is a thriving university where employees are empowered to innovate and make a true difference in their communities, professions, and in the lives of our students.— John L. Lahey
Randolph-Macon CollegeTenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: The rich heritage, deep sense of community, and distinctive mission at Randolph-Macon College provide a stimulating and empowering foundation for the exceptional educational experience our students receive. Every employee of the college, both faculty and staff, are immensely involved in helping our students become not only successful college graduates but also outstanding men and women. Our work is the business of inspiring students, and in the process, we, too, are inspired by what we do.— Robert Lindgren
Rappahannock Community CollegeCompensation & Benefits; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: This college's culture is deep and caring. This is demonstrated by the interaction among employees, as well as the superb touch that all faculty and staff members have with the students and other constituents. Rappahannock Community College is consistently praised by visiting accrediting agencies and other institutions for its outstanding culture and for its service to students and the community. Best said in a recent student survey: The employees "seem pretty excited to be there."— Elizabeth Crowther
Regent UniversityFacilities, Workspace & Security; Respect and Appreciation; Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: I believe the best way to ensure that excellent service is being provided to our students is to provide a safe, well-equipped workplace and excellent supervision and direction to our employees.— Pat Robertson
Roberts Wesleyan CollegeCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: What makes Roberts great? The people! The faculty and staff who are part of the Roberts Wesleyan College community are committed to the education of our students. Faculty and staff who understand that their call is more than just a job. What makes Roberts great? The ability to transform lives that will impact this world. 150 years ago we were founded with the motto "Education for Character," and each day we get to live this out through education, graduating women and men who know how to connect their head to their heart and engage their hands. What makes Roberts great? Understanding we are called to be anchored in our mission while engaging the world around us.— Deana Porterfield
Rollins CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Rollins College is a great place to work because every member of our community, €”faculty, and staff €”is dedicated to educating our students for global citizenship and responsible leadership, and to providing that education in an environment that is welcoming in its responsiveness, respectfulness, collaboration, and competence. Though we work in different offices, in different fields, and in different ways, our focus is singular: one mission, one Rollins.— Grant H. Cornwell
Saddleback CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits
President's Statement: Saddleback College is a unique academic institution that prides itself on providing a highly positive, collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment for all faculty and staff. With student success as the top priority, the college greatly values the ongoing training and professional development of all faculty and staff, in addition to offering attractive compensation-and-benefit packages. On the campus, nestled in the hills of South Orange County along the California coast, employees enjoy numerous activities and amenities, such as a comprehensive health center, on-campus child care, health-and-wellness programs, and employee-recognition events.— Tod Burnett
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCompensation & Benefits; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: Recently our staff and faculty participated in a climate survey and extensive market research. The results told us what I'€™ve known since joining this institution in 1978: SVSU is family. We don'€™t share DNA, but our common passions connect us. We are driven to empower students through academic exploration, serve as community stewards, and promote a safe and friendly campus environment. These are the genes that make SVSU family, and a great place to work.— Donald Bachand
Sam Houston State UniversityFacilities, Workspace & Security
President's Statement: At Sam Houston State University, we have a very strong culture based on values that have remained relevant since our founding, in 1879. With a teacher-scholar model and service-learning approach, our faculty and staff stay closely connected with students and the community, which elevates a job to a truly meaningful work experience.— Dana G. Hoyt
Santa Rosa Junior CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Diversity; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: Santa Rosa Junior College has a proud history of nearly 100 years of service to students and the community. Led by Dr. Frank Chong, superintendent/president, and a dedicated Board of Trustees, our staff, faculty, and administrators are committed, above all, to helping students succeed. Our employees support our diverse student body and one another with talent, compassion, creativity, open-mindedness, and joy. Sonoma County is a beautiful place to work and live, with a community invested in education, sustainability, and community pride.— Frank Chong
Santiago Canyon CollegeCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Santiago Canyon College is one of California'€™s newer community colleges, and, in just 15 years has established a reputation for quality education, strong completion rates, and winning athletic programs, and as a great place to work. There is a shared sense of responsibility and a collegial atmosphere that define the campus community. Our faculty, staff, and administrators take pride in working at a great college that's focused on serving our students.— John Weispfenning
Slippery Rock University of PennsylvaniaCompensation & Benefits
President's Statement: Five words are at the core of why SRU is a great place to work: "€œWe believe. So we achieve."€ We believe that everyone who works at the university, no matter what their job title or function, is critical to our success. We acknowledge and celebrate everyone's unique contributions to the university and empower them to think creatively and without barriers to develop new approaches to achieve our goal of institutional intentionality for student success.— Cheryl Norton
Southern New Hampshire UniversityCompensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: At Southern New Hampshire University, we are proud of our benefits, tuition reimbursement, and professional-development programs. But what sets us apart is our student-focused culture: "€œOur success is defined by our students'€™ success." Our employees are committed to this student-focused mission and empowered to innovate and try new things in service to that mission. People want to feel that they matter and that they are contributing to the greater good. We find ways to constantly share the stories of transformation made possible by our collective work. I think everyone who works at SNHU feels we are working not only in education, but also to make society better and provide opportunity.— Paul LeBlanc
Southside Virginia Community CollegeWork/Life Balance
President's Statement: Southside Virginia Community College is proud of its status as a premier place to work in the Southside Virginia region. We have built this reputation by fostering a college culture that promotes shared leadership, shared understanding, and shared responsibility. We invest in our human resources by providing quality professional-development activities that allow faculty and staff to stay current and provide the best education for our communities. We encourage inclusive and transparent communication; promote and value diversity; and support innovation, risk-taking, and the benefit of making, and learning from, mistakes.— Alfred A. Roberts
St. John Fisher CollegeFacilities, Workspace & Security
President's Statement: St. John Fisher College is a workplace that is best described as the "Fisher Family." We are a collaborative community singularly focused on our students and committed to enlivening the vision of our Basilian founders -- to teach goodness, discipline, and knowledge. Faculty practice and enrich their teaching with scholarship, staff contribute their expertise and talents, and all are focused on creating a student-centered educational environment designed to help our students flourish.— Gerard J. Rooney
St. Louis College of PharmacyCompensation & Benefits
President's Statement: At St. Louis College of Pharmacy, we continue to build on our historic strengths as we prepare for an exciting future. We couldn't do this without our dedicated employees. They play an integral role in helping us achieve our bold vision. Employees feel that they are a part of something bigger, and that their opinions matter. Everyone working at the college is a valued member of our team and is helping to shape our bright future.— John A. Pieper
Texas A&M University-Central TexasFacilities, Workspace & Security
President's Statement: Texas A&M University-Central Texas is a great place to work because it values the performance of each member of its faculty and staff, encouraging each one to engage in the challenge of building a new university. Many have been attracted here and have stayed, taking pride in their own, individual impact while working to cooperatively create a university whose ultimate measure of its success is the success of its students.— Marc A. Nigliazzo
Texas Christian UniversityCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Texas Christian University has much to celebrate: an incredible faculty and staff, dynamic students, groundbreaking research initiatives, amazing collaborative efforts between disciplines and with community partners, beautiful facilities, generous donor support, and impressive athletic records. We are an inclusive group of doers, dreamers and trailblazers who forge their own paths, exceed expectations, and make a difference in our community and around the globe. Together, we are TCU.— Victor J. Boschini
Texas Lutheran UniversityCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: All independent liberal-arts colleges aspire to "put students first," but some campuses carry this off better than others. TLU is at the top of several campuses where I have been a professor or administrator, in cultivating a culture in which faculty and staff put the interests of students before their own welfare. Professors work with students long hours outside of the classroom, and staff members often carry multiple responsibilities. They do this voluntarily and happily. As president I understand that a positive, uncynical campus culture is a precious asset, and a prerequisite is an administrative team that is accessible, honest, and straightforward.— Stuart Dorsey
The College of New JerseyTenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: The College of New Jersey has earned a reputation as a public institution that offers the advantages of a highly selective private school. Our achievements stem from a collaborative culture that values the contributions of each member of the community. We are proud of our accomplishments and work together to create a personalized, high-quality learning environment that nourishes student success. It is part of what makes TCNJ such a desirable place to work.— R. Barbara Gitenstein
University of Central OklahomaConfidence in Senior Leadership; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: According to President Don Betz, our focus is to help students learn and to take care of one another. These characteristics have been cited by students, faculty, and staff as enduring traits. UCO's Central Six pivots on student success beyond disciplinary knowledge. We embrace this work to shape the lives of those who will shape society. Our values of character, civility, and community have emerged over time by the best of our daily actions.— Don Betz
University of DelawareCompensation & Benefits
President's Statement: One of the many qualities that attracted me to UD is the common identity shared by all faculty, staff, and administrators. It gives us the language for dialogue and a vision for the future. All universities face challenges, but when we remember our shared identity, we can focus on what we need to do and how to do it.— Dennis N. Assanis
University of Maryland-Baltimore CountyCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: UMBC is a community that truly cares about people. Our faculty, staff, and students believe that excellence and inclusiveness can --€“ and must --€“ go hand in hand. That conviction forms the core of our teaching-and-learning philosophy and has made us one of the most innovative universities in the country. People know that they can take risks because even if they fail, this community will be supportive.— Freeman Hrabowski
University of MichiganCompensation & Benefits; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: The University of Michigan'€™s commitment to the highest levels of excellence extends across our entire campus. For nearly 200 years, we have built a sense of community unlike any other. We proudly welcome the leaders and best. Our faculty have a passion for teaching and research that benefits society. Our staff are dedicated to our students, patients, and community members. And our talented and motivated students work to be the best in all they do.— Mark Schlissel
University of MississippiCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship
President's Statement: After decades as a relatively small institution, the University of Mississippi has enjoyed two decades of high demand and growth, and the culture of caring for each individual remains embedded in our campus culture. Our faculty and staff maintain the personal feel of the Ole Miss family, and that personal connection attracts like-minded people. Our faculty, staff, and students simply care about one another, which makes a powerful difference in our work and learning environment.— Jeffrey Vitter
University of Notre DameCompensation & Benefits; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship
President's Statement: To understand why Notre Dame is considered a great place to work, think of it as a small, bustling international city, thriving on 1,300 beautiful acres. Custodians and astrophysicists alike feel at home here because they know each is valued. A few years ago, an outside accreditation team said it best when it observed: "A pervasive decency and generalized kindness live on this campus and characterize its members."— John I. Jenkins
University of South Carolina-AikenCollaborative Governance
President's Statement: USC-Aiken'€™s dynamic team makes invaluable contributions that transform the lives of our students. Collaborating together, we make a significant difference in our communities. We work, face challenges, innovate, and celebrate accomplishments together in an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect. As a result, enrollment is up, academic programs are expanding, our physical infrastructure is improving, and our partnerships with neighbors, local industry, and community leaders are broadening.— Sandra Jordan
University of Southern CaliforniaCompensation & Benefits; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: USC is a wonderful microcosm of the world. Our students hail from all 50 states and 128 nations. We have more international students than practically any other American university, and 22 percent of our undergraduates are underrepresented minorities. Our beautiful campuses, meanwhile, stand at the heart of Los Angeles -- €”a vibrant, world-class center for innovation -- €”and our community is bound by the singular Trojan spirit, which is both lifelong and worldwide.— C.L. Max Nikias
University of the Incarnate WordCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Teaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only); Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Our team members make the University of the Incarnate Word a great place to work. Many are drawn to our mission, which is built on the values of our founding congregation, the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. They'€™re motivated by those values and also the opportunity to have a positive impact on others. The result is that our team members do great work every day because ours is a community that values everyone.— Louis Agnese Jr.
University of WashingtonTeaching Environment (faculty only); Tenure Clarity & Process (faculty only/4-year only)
President's Statement: As a community, the University of Washington strives for equity and fairness in everything we do: for our students, who are the embodiment of our promise to create access and opportunity, for our faculty and staff, who are dedicated to building bridges across differences, and for the State of Washington and beyond, where UW is helping to build a better world. The UW commitment to diversity, fairness and inclusion is what makes working here inspiring and meaningful.— Ana Mari Cauce
University of West FloridaJob Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: UWF is a great place to work because we transform lives through education. As a regional comprehensive university, we are privileged to serve diverse populations making the transformation process incredibly significant. Our faculty and staff enjoy flexibility to explore and research in their areas of interest. The surroundings, environment, purpose, and meaning combine to make UWF an outstanding place to make a difference and enjoy a career.— Judith Bense
Weber State UniversityCollaborative Governance; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: Weber State University employees embrace a shared vision of being the national model of an open-enrollment regional university. Our faculty and staff find fulfillment through offering the personalized opportunities, experiences, and support that enable students to make their dreams happen. We strongly believe in fostering a rich learning experience, maintaining deep community roots, and providing access to any student willing to work hard. This makes Weber State a great college to work for.— Charles Wight
West Texas A&M UniversityFacilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: WTAMU is like a small community where approximately 800 people come to work every day. They come together as a team because they believe in the university's mission to help students succeed. It's a positive environment built on a foundation of respect, support, camaraderie, engagement, and dedication. It'€™s a great place to work, and I have had the privilege of being part of this community for the past 10 years as WTAMU'€™s president.— J. Patrick O'Brien
West Virginia School of Osteopathic MedicineCollaborative Governance; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: As a free-standing medical school, in the rural Greenbrier Valley of West Virginia, WVSOM has a unique identity compared with most university medical schools. WVSOM cultivates a family environment where students and employees connect. Faculty and staff take pride in contributing to our student -octors' success both in their education and in their future careers. What makes WVSOM a great place to work? Our people!— Michael Adelman
Western University of Health SciencesCollaborative Governance; Compensation & Benefits; Professional/Career Development Programs; Respect and Appreciation; Work/Life Balance
President's Statement: One of the assets at Western U. is something we call "The WesternU Way,"€ which describes an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit; a compassionate, caring heart; a commitment to the students we teach, to the people who work here, and to the patients and communities we serve; and a sense of teamwork, camaraderie, and shared mission that makes our campuses welcoming and encouraging environments. It's a key reason that Western U. is such a great place to work.— Gary Gugelchuk
Wingate UniversityConfidence in Senior Leadership; Job Satisfaction; Respect and Appreciation; Supervisor/Department Chair Relationship
President's Statement: Wingate University provides a supportive, caring environment in which everyone is pulling together to achieve a common goal: student success. Collaboration and innovation are actively encouraged. The university is a family where people rally around each other. In fact, "Service,"€“ one of the three pillars of the university motto,€“ is at the heart of everything we do: service to the student, service to the community, and service to each other.— T. Rhett Brown
Wytheville Community CollegeFacilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; Professional/Career Development Programs; Teaching Environment (faculty only)
President's Statement: What makes WCC a great place to work for are the people at the college. It is a collegial environment where every day we see faculty and staff strive to realize our stated vision of student learning and teaching excellence as our highest priorities, and our stated value of the worth, dignity, and potential of all Individuals. It is a place filled with people who care about those we serve and each other.— Dean Sprinkle

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