(KNZA)--The new president of Highland Community College has been named.
The HCC Board of Trustees announced Tuesday that Deborah Fox, of Independence, Kansas, has been hired as the 44th president of the college.
The announcement follows an unanimous vote during a special meeting Monday evening.
Fox currently serves as Director of Business Operations & Management for USD #446 in Independence. Previously, she served at Highland Community College as the Vice President of Finance & Operations and Assistant Dean of Regional Instruction.
Fox thanked the Board for putting their faith in her to lead Highland as president.
Board of Trustees Chairman Tom Smith said Fox will be a great fit in the community. He added she knows Highland having previously spent 14 years at the college and will be able to hit the ground running.
Fox was among three candidates interviewed.
Current President David Reist is retiring effective June 30 after 38 years with the college.
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