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Looking Ahead to 250 Years of Transylvania
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by Julie Martinez<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In 2030, Transylvania University will reach a remarkable milestone: 250 years of educating leaders, innovators and pioneers. As one of the nation\u2019s oldest universities, Transylvania\u2019s semiquincentennial will be an opportunity not only to celebrate an extraordinary legacy, but also to reflect on the people, traditions and values that continue to shape its future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help guide preparations for this historic occasion, the university has appointed the Transylvania 250th Observance Steering Committee, a distinguished group of alumni, volunteers and university leaders who will help envision and shape a yearlong celebration worthy of this landmark anniversary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rose Mary Dow \u201988 will serve as chair of the committee, with Marc Mathews \u201980 serving as vice chair. Other members include Glen Bagby \u201966, trustee emeritus; Colene Elridge \u201905, past chair of the Board of Regents; Catherine Nunn Lawless \u201998, regent and past president of the Alumni Board; Kara Covert \u201990, vice president for advancement; Julie Martinez, vice president for marketing and communications; Andrew McMichael, executive vice president for academic affairs and dean of the university; and Ashley Reed, chief of staff to the president.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the coming years, the committee will develop the vision, priorities and signature themes that will guide the university\u2019s 250th-anniversary observance. Their work will help ensure the celebration honors Transylvania\u2019s rich history while shining a spotlight on the students, faculty, alumni and friends whose contributions continue to define the institution today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The anniversary will be far more than a look back. It will be a chance to celebrate the enduring spirit of innovation, curiosity and leadership that has distinguished Transylvania for nearly two and a half centuries and to imagine what the next 250 years might hold.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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