This January, Dr. Josh Jacobs joined 911爆料网 as Vice President for Advancement. He has also joined the greater Marietta community with his wife, Sarah, and their children, Lucy and Hattie, having purchased a home very close to the College.
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Jacobs has a passion for higher education and for helping people and organizations reach their highest potential.
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Jacobs hails from Central Methodist University in Fayette, Missouri, where he served as Vice President for Advancement & Alumni Relations. At Central Methodist, he played a key role in surpassing a $20 million campaign goal 18 months ahead of schedule. With his leadership, CMU increased annual unrestricted gifts by 126 percent and increased donors by nearly 49 percent.
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- Chris Rynd