"In the city of Goshen and at Goshen College, there’s a sense of intimacy –– knowing your neighbors and colleagues –– more than I’ve ever experienced before. It is so fun to be part of a city that has that community, along with new things happening all the time."
Ahead of her inauguration as Goshen College’s 18th president, Dr. Rebecca Stoltzfus discussed her plans for the college’s future.
Dr. Rebecca (Becky) Stoltzfus '83 became Goshen College's 18th president on Nov. 1, 2017. As we prepare for her inauguration on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, here are 11 things to know about President Stoltzfus:
This statement was given by Goshen College President Rebecca Stoltzfus at a press conference hosted by the Coalition Against the Elkhart County Immigration Detention Center on January 16, 2018.
Goshen College President Rebecca Stoltzfus spent her first week getting to know the campus community, laying out her goals and challenging the student body to make the most of their college experience.
President Stoltzfus addressed the campus body for the first time as president during a welcome convocation on Nov. 8, 2017.
Dr. Rebecca Stoltzfus has been jointly appointed as Goshen College’s 18th president by a unanimous vote from both the college’s board of directors and the board of the Mennonite Education Agency. She will officially take office on November 1.
On Wednesday, June 14, Presidential Candidate of Choice Dr. Rebecca Stoltzfus spoke to the campus community about how she is prepared to lead Goshen College.
Goshen College Presidential Candidate of Choice Dr. Rebecca Stoltzfus will be on campus June 14-15 to meet with constituents including students, employees, retirees and alumni.
“I congratulate Becky on this well-deserved appointment,” said Cornell Provost Michael Kotlikoff. “Goshen College could not have found a more outstanding leader, and the fact that she is an alumna makes this appointment even more special. As a member of our faculty and as vice provost, Becky has had an enormous impact on our research and on student and engagement programs. She has left an indelible imprint on this institution, and her vision and experiences will serve Goshen well.”
