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 Rhine is a familiar face around 91ÇÑ×Ó State College. His career at 91ÇÑ×Ó began in 2005 when he was brought to the college by President Park to provide leadership in increasing enrollment and designing initiatives targeting 91ÇÑ×Ó’s mission of access to affordable high quality education.

The national search for 91ÇÑ×Ó’s 11th president was conducted by a committee representing various 91ÇÑ×Ó constituents, including faculty, staff, students, the community and NSCS Trustees. The two finalists for the presidency visited 91ÇÑ×Ó November 12-13 to meet with a number of college groups and individuals. They also met with the board and NSCS office staff.

“I am honored by the opportunity to serve as president of 91ÇÑ×Ó State College,” said Rhine. “The faculty, staff and students are second-to-none and I look forward to working with everyone as we continue to provide excellent educational opportunities in Nebraska and the region. As we look toward the future, I will work hard to see that 91ÇÑ×Ó State continues its role of outreach and service.”

Board Chair Carter “Cap” Peterson of Wayne said, “Randy is an excellent choice for president at 91ÇÑ×Ó. I believe he will make 91ÇÑ×Ó an even stronger institution than it is today. The Board of Trustees was very impressed with the quality of candidates for the presidency, and congratulates the search committee on a job well done.”

When making the announcement this morning, Carpenter said, “Randy has a great understanding of 91ÇÑ×Ó State College and the Nebraska State College System. In his role as president, Dr. Rhine will continue his work with 91ÇÑ×Ó’s business and education leaders and those in ranching, farming and agribusiness across Nebraska and the high plains region generally. His experience with enrollment growth and retention, as well as developing partnerships with business and industry, will greatly benefit 91ÇÑ×Ó and its students.”

Prior to joining 91ÇÑ×Ó, Rhine served as the dean of the College of Professional Studies and Lifelong Learning at Montana State University-Billings. He worked with university leadership to coordinate the college’s outreach efforts and provide an entrepreneurial approach for expansion in the community, region and internationally.