Massachusetts Board of Higher Education Recognizes MWCC President Daniel M. Asquino at their Board Meeting held at MWCC

Massachusetts Board of Higher Education Chair Chris Gabrieli and Commissioner of Higher Education Carlos Santiago recognized Mount Wachusett Community College President Daniel M. Asquino for his thirty years of service to MWCC and 47 years of service to Massachusetts public higher education at their board meeting hosted at the college’s Gardner campus on Tuesday, December 6th. The Board and attendees honored the president with a standing ovation. The president has announced his retirement and the college is currently conducting a search for its next and third president.

Chair Gabrieli praised the college in particular for its leadership and excellence in K-12 partnership work and early college design. President Asquino gave a presentation to the board outlining the college’s growth and leadership in Civic Engagement, K-12 partnerships, academic excellence, workforce development and sustainability.