[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 84 (Friday, May 14, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E521]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               IN RECOGNITION OF WESLEY R. FUGATE, Ph.D.

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                            HON. JOHN JOYCE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 14, 2021

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Wesley R. Fugate, Ph.D. for his service as the 20th President of Wilson 
College in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.
  Since commencing in this leadership role in January of 2020, Dr. 
Fugate has overcome challenges stemming from the pandemic. His 
strategic planning process has resulted in the implementation of six 
new undergraduate majors, along with a new degree completion program, a 
graduate program, and a new endorsement and certification program. 
These offerings have provided a strategic boost to the academic 
offerings at Wilson College, and his hard work is paving the way for 
continued advancement.
  Prior to his work at Wilson College, Dr. Fugate served as the Vice 
President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Vice President and 
Chief of Staff, Secretary of the Board of Trustees, and Interim Vice 
President for Employment Management at Randolph College. He also served 
as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Planning and Education Policy to the 
Governor of Kentucky. As a community leader, Dr. Fugate has 
demonstrated great dedication and participation in local civic 
organizations. In our region, he has served on a number of leadership 
boards, including the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce.
  Dr. Fugate earned his doctorate in higher education from the 
University of Georgia's Institute of Higher Education. He received his 
master's degree from Vanderbilt University and his bachelor's degree 
from Centre College. In recognition of his outstanding achievements, 
Dr. Fugate has received many awards, including the Alice L. Beeman 
Research Award in Communications and Marketing for Educational 
Advancement for an Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation from the Council 
for the Advancement and Support of Education.
  As a leader, Dr. Fugate is propelling a forward-looking vision for 
Wilson College. It is my privilege to serve the students and academic 
community of Franklin County alongside him. I thank Dr. Fugate for his 
work in our community, and I wish him every continued success.

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