Slater elected President of Shepherd University Foundation Board

ISSUED: 20 September 2024
MEDIA CONTACT: Hans Fogle

SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV - The Shepherd University Foundation Board of Directors elected Austin J. Slater as the new board president of the board during their annual meeting on September 19.

Slater said helping students reach their goals is important to him and that he plans to keep the Foundation committed to its longstanding mission of advancing Shepherd University.

"I am profoundly honored that my colleagues have voted me in as President of the Foundation Board," said Slater. "As an alumni, who worked through all my college years, I personally understand the continuing need for financial support and encouragement."

The Foundation held a reception following the annual board meeting in honor of departing board president Christopher S. Colbert.

Colbert joined the Foundation board in 2012, first serving as vice president and starting as president in 2017.

Slater called Colbert's dedication and commitment to the Foundation's work essential.

Christopher S. Colbert and Austin J. Slater

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