PennWest News

October 28, 2024

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PRESIDENT ANDERSON NAMED AMONG TOP LEADERS IN
PENNSYLVANIA
City & State’s list identifies the most influential leaders, game-changers,
trailblazers and pioneers across the Commonwealth

October 28, 2024
PennWest President Jon Anderson, Ph.D., has been recognized as one of
Pennsylvania’s most influential leaders in City & State’s PA Fifty Over 50. This
year’s list identifies individuals "taking on fresh challenges" across the
Commonwealth, spotlighting influential leaders in government, business and
media who are shaping the future of Pennsylvania.”
In recognizing Anderson’s leadership, City & State highlighted his experience
with post-secondary integration and his vision to advance PennWest as an

outstanding public university in western Pennsylvania, empowering students
to achieve their goals.
The publication also noted Anderson’s prior role as provost at Southern Utah
University, where he oversaw an $85 million budget and led a division with
nearly 1,000 full- and part-time faculty and staff. Before Southern Utah, he
served as provost at Middle Georgia State University, guiding the successful
consolidation of services across five campuses following the merger of two
colleges.
“Thank you to City & State for this recognition,” Anderson said. “I am honored
to be among the dedicated honorees continuing to make their mark on
Pennsylvania.
Learn more about City & State’s Fifty Over 50.