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Dr. Stanley T. Wearden, Ph.D., serves as the fifth president of Methodist University and Professor of Communication & Media. He assumed the presidency on Jan. 1, 2019, focusing on enhancing student success, expanding MU Online, supporting military communities, and strengthening community college partnerships. His academic leadership spans decades, including roles as Senior Vice President and Provost at Columbia College Chicago and Dean at Kent State University.
- B.A. in English from Wheeling Jesuit University (1975)
- M.S.J. in Journalism from West Virginia University (1981)
- Ph.D. in Mass Communication Research from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1987)
Wearden’s scholarly background in mass communication and journalism informs his work in academic administration. His career includes creating a new major in Applied Communication at Kent State and leading strategic initiatives at Columbia College Chicago. As president, he prioritizes institutional affordability, mission fulfillment, and accessibility through digital and on-campus programs.
He holds the rank of professor emeritus at Kent State University and has 20 years of tenured teaching experience in Journalism and Communication Studies at Kent State and Columbia College Chicago. His leadership roles and academic contributions highlight his expertise in higher education administration and media studies.
