THE INSIDER - SPRING 2025

Having sustained enrollment during volatile periods i.e. pre, during and post COVID;

Having improved health care services for students prior to, during and post-COVID;

Having improved College relations in the City of Tyler;

Having established and improved educational partnerships with various members of the educational communities;

Having established the “Texas College District” with the City of Tyler;

Having established a 30-year Master Plan for the College;

Having improved student support services and retention services/activities for students; and

Having created virtual learning processes and on-line courses and programs for students that are acceptable by the accrediting body.

Dr. Fennell stated that, “the aforementioned items were shared only to reacquaint the Board with matters that have been successfully driven with no financial obligations or debt services needed at this time.” He further referenced; the aforementioned items were offered as a matter of reflection of his working direction during his tenure for the 17-year period. He closed by sharing that, although his contractual agreement is through June 2027, he requested a modification for the agreement to be effective June 30, 2026. With many around the table of the Trustee Board expressing both commendations and expressions of gratitude for the faithful way he has administered his leadership, the chair of the Board, Bishop Lawrence Reddick, said, “Your focus and persistence have helped build this institution honorably and has helped strengthen me in my faith. What I have seen in you, over and again, is that your singular focus on what you believe, calling, professionalism, ethics and God require of you.” The Board agreed to grant Dr. Fennell’s request.

PRESIDENT DWIGHT FENNELL MAKES REMARKS AT A GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

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