He was the ninth president of Savannah State College.[1] His tenure as president saw unprecedented enrollment growth (13 percent) for the college and he successfully led the College to SACS accreditation. Additionally, he developed a plan to reestablish a teacher certification program at the college.[1][2] He also established the $2.7 million Advanced Water Technology Institute and oversaw improvements to the physical plant and a $3 million addition to the student center.[1][2]
During his tenure as president the college held the Centennial Celebration of Savannah State and the Adams Hall was restored and opened as the college’s archives facility.[1] The Hill Hall Restoration Project was also established to provide $1.5 million external funding for the restoration of the historic campus building.[2]
Dr. Gardner was also responsible for the replica of the U.S. Navy "Blue Angels" demonstration flying team jet flown by Donnie Cochran, being placed in front of the McGlockton NROTC Building.[1]
Death
Dr. William E. Gardner Jr. died in office in 1991. He was succeeded by Annette K. Brock.[1]
Legacy
The William E. Gardner Jr. Hall was named in honor and recognition of his published vision for Savannah State College and his immense popularity with the students.[2]
Suggested Reading
Hall, Clyde W (1991). One Hundred Years of Educating at Savannah State College, 1890-1990. East Peoria, Ill.: Versa Press.
References
^ abcdefg"SSU - Where Savannah Meets the Sea..." Retrieved 2008-08-31.
^ abcd"William E. Gardner Jr. Hall". Retrieved 2008-09-13.
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