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William E. Gardner Jr. |
| Dr. William E. Gardner Jr. | |
| President Savannah State College | |
|---|---|
| Term | 1989 – 1991 |
| Predecessor | Wendell G. Rayburn |
| Successor | John T. Wolfe Jr. |
| Born | |
| Died | 1991 Tybee Island, Georgia |
| Profession | educator |
Dr. William E. Gardner served as president of Savannah State College from 1989 until 1991. [1]
Biography
Education
Early career
President
Dr. Gardner was the ninth president of Savannah State College. [1] His tenure as president saw unprecedented enrollment growth (13 percent) for the college and he successfully led the College to SACS accreditation. Additionally, he developed a plan to reestablish a teacher certification program at the college. [2]
[1] He also established the $2.7
million Advanced Water Technology Institute and oversaw improvements to the physical plant and a $3 million addition to the
student center. [1][2]
During his tenure as president the college held the Centennial Celebration of Savannah State and the Adams Hall was restored and opened as the college’s archives facility. [1] The Hill Hall Restoration Project was also established to provide $1.5 million external funding for the restoration of the historic campus building. [2]
Dr. Gardner was also responsible for the replica of the U.S. Navy "Blue Angels" demonstration flying team jet flown by Donnie Cochran, being placed in front of the McGlockton NROTC Building. [1]
Death
Dr. William E. Gardner, Jr. died in office in 1991. He was succeeded by Dr. Annette K. Brock. [1]
Legacy
The William E. Gardner Jr. Hall was named in honor and recogniztion of his published vision for Savannah State College and his immense popularity with the students. [2]
Suggested Reading
- Hall, Clyde W (1991). One Hundred Years of Educating at Savannah State College, 1890-1990. East Peoria, Ill.: Versa Press.
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| Preceded by Wendell G. Rayburn |
President of Savannah State College 1989 — 1991 |
Succeeded by John T. Wolfe Jr. |
| Savannah State University Presidents |
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Wiley • Hubert • Colston • Payne • Jordan • Jackson • Rayburn • Gardner • Wolfe • Brown • Yarbrough Acting Presidents: Meyers • Hall • Bolden • Brock • Scott |
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