Georgia Southern University: GSU President Bruce Grube Stepping Down
GSU President Bruce Grube Stepping Down
Bruce Grube has announced that he is stepping down as President of Georgia Southern University effective June 30, 2009. On July 1, 2009, Grube will take one year of educational leave to prepare to return to the classroom as a professor of Political Science for the 2010-2011 academic year at Georgia Southern University.
In addition to preparing to return to the classroom, Grube will also serve as a consultant and mentor with the University System of Georgia where he will work with new and newer presidents within the 35-school state system. The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia will begin a national search to replace Grube.
Grube began his tenure as the 11th President of Georgia Southern University July 1, 1999. During his presidency, Georgia Southern University has undergone the greatest increase in academic quality, and the greatest expansion of physical facilities than during any other comparable period in the history of the institution.
“It has certainly been an honor beyond words for my wife Kathryn and me to have served at Georgia Southern University,” Grube said.
Grube recently informed the University System of Georgia of his plans to step down as president next year, providing the University time to complete a search and transition to a new president.
“While I have enjoyed serving as President, I am excited to begin this next chapter in my life. Kathryn and I are looking forward to spending more time with friends and family.”
Timing played a role in his decision.
“It is the right time for the University. The University’s strategic plan has been developed and put into action, numerous construction projects are underway and a new president will have the opportunity to come in and not only build upon what the University has already accomplished, but take Georgia Southern to new a level. An experienced leadership team is in place and we have an outstanding base of alumni, friends and supporters not only at the institution, but in the community, the state of Georgia and throughout the country,” Grube said.
University System of Georgia executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer Susan Herbst, applauded Grube’s service.
“During Dr. Grube’s tenure, Georgia Southern University has made tremendous progress in nearly all areas. He has expanded university facilities, beautified the campus, introduced the most sophisticated practices in higher education, and inspired his faculty, staff and students," Herbst said. "Most important has been his keen and unyielding focus on academic excellence and achievement.”
In addition to preparing to return to the classroom, Grube will also serve as a consultant and mentor with the University System of Georgia where he will work with new and newer presidents within the 35-school state system. The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia will begin a national search to replace Grube.
Grube began his tenure as the 11th President of Georgia Southern University July 1, 1999. During his presidency, Georgia Southern University has undergone the greatest increase in academic quality, and the greatest expansion of physical facilities than during any other comparable period in the history of the institution.
“It has certainly been an honor beyond words for my wife Kathryn and me to have served at Georgia Southern University,” Grube said.
Grube recently informed the University System of Georgia of his plans to step down as president next year, providing the University time to complete a search and transition to a new president.
“While I have enjoyed serving as President, I am excited to begin this next chapter in my life. Kathryn and I are looking forward to spending more time with friends and family.”
Timing played a role in his decision.
“It is the right time for the University. The University’s strategic plan has been developed and put into action, numerous construction projects are underway and a new president will have the opportunity to come in and not only build upon what the University has already accomplished, but take Georgia Southern to new a level. An experienced leadership team is in place and we have an outstanding base of alumni, friends and supporters not only at the institution, but in the community, the state of Georgia and throughout the country,” Grube said.
University System of Georgia executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer Susan Herbst, applauded Grube’s service.
“During Dr. Grube’s tenure, Georgia Southern University has made tremendous progress in nearly all areas. He has expanded university facilities, beautified the campus, introduced the most sophisticated practices in higher education, and inspired his faculty, staff and students," Herbst said. "Most important has been his keen and unyielding focus on academic excellence and achievement.”
