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Troy University chancellor rescinds retirement plan, will continue serving
TROY, Ala. (WSFA) – Troy University was gearing up for the announced retirement of Chancellor Jack Hawkins Jr. in 2025. That plan has changed, however, and Hawkins is staying with the university.
The board of trustees had asked Hawkins to reconsider his decision to leave and had voted unanimously to reject his resignation. On Monday, Troy confirmed that Hawkins will continue serving as chancellor.
Here is his statement:
Hawkins was named chancellor in September 1989 and is the longest-serving chief executive of a public university in Alabama. During his tenure, he has overseen almost $400 million in infrastructure improvements, including new academic buildings on all four campuses.
He also grew Troy’s international program to attract students from around the world and set up teaching sites internationally.
He also increased admission standards and helped establish new degree programs.
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