Monday marked the conclusion of an extraordinary chapter in American higher education as E. Gordon Gee stepped down from his presidency at West Virginia University.

Spanning more than four decades and multiple institutions, Gee’s career has been characterized by visionary leadership, an unwavering commitment to student engagement, keen insight into the future of education and a profound impact on the nation’s academic landscape.

Gee’s journey began where it ends — WVU.

He first served as the university’s president from 1981-85. His leadership trajectory then took him to the University of Colorado, Ohio State University (twice), Brown University, and Vanderbilt University. In 2014, he returned to WVU, bringing with him a renewed dedication to the institution’s growth and academic excelle

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