John Fry to leave Drexel to become Temple University president

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'This is a great day for Temple University,' Board of Trustees Chair Mitchell Morgan says of the hiring of Drexel President John Fry to lead Temple.

'This is a great day for Temple University,' Board of Trustees Chair Mitchell Morgan says of the hiring of Drexel President John Fry to lead TempleUnder his leadership, Temple will continue to set the standard for urban research universities in accessibility, affordability, diversity, engagement and excellence.

"I am grateful for the confidence of Chairman Mitch Morgan and the Board of Trustees, and particularly honored to succeed President Richard Englert and the late former President JoAnne Epps, both of whom I admire greatly" Fry said."I also want to express my deepest gratitude and admiration for the entire Drexel University community, where I will continue to serve until our Board of Trustees has named new leadership.

 

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