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Presidential search committee announced at William Woods University
For the first time in more than 30 years, William Woods University (WWU) is about to begin a nationwide search for a new president. Today, the university named the members of a presidential search committee, following the announcement by current President Dr. Jahnae H. Barnett earlier this week of her intention to step down as […]
Dr. Jahnae H. Barnett, legendary figure in William Woods history, to step down as University president
Longest-serving and first female president in University history will officially step away during her 31st year as president, on Dec. 31, 2021 Dr. Jahnae H. Barnett, a transformational individual who has shaped William Woods University (WWU) profoundly in her over 30 years leading the university, today officially announced her intention to conclude her tenure as […]
Barnett marks 30th year as president of William Woods University
Tenure has been marked by innovation, growth in enrollment, expansion of programs and campus facilities William Woods University (WWU) today is marking a significant milestone in its 150-year history – the appointment of Dr. Jahnae H. Barnett as president. On April 21, 1990, Barnett became the first woman president in the University’s history. Today, she […]
New academic classification places William Woods in the same category with some of the nation’s finest universities
WWU one of 152 doctoral/professional universities in new Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education Fulton, MO – William Woods University (WWU) has an impressive new list of peer institutions, according to the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The nation’s premiere organization for classifying colleges and universities in the U.S., Carnegies’ most recent […]
Statement from William Woods President Jahnae H. Barnett
Fulton, MO – Dr. Jahnae H. Barnett, President of William Woods University (WWU), today announced the university’s support for the workforce/higher education initiatives announced by Missouri Governor Mike Parson. Governor Parson outlined three programs involving higher education and workforce – Fast Track, Missouri One Start and Missouri Excels – during his State of the State […]