College System State
Board approved Richmond
Community College
Executive Vice President Dr.
Dale McInnis '90 as the next
president of the college.
When he took office March
1, he became the seventh
president since the college
opened in 1964.
A native of Ellerbe,
N.C., Dr. McInnis received
his bachelor's degree in
business administration
from UNCP, a master's
a doctorate in higher education administration from NC State
University.
He began his community college career in 1992 as a business
instructor at Montgomery Community College (MCC) in Troy,
N.C., and advanced there to become MCC's vice president of
administration. He joined South Piedmont Community College
in Polkton, N.C., in 2001 as the vice president of administrative
services.
In 2002, he became RCC's vice president for administration
and advanced to become the executive vice president. Although
McInnis' seven years at the college shortened his learning curve
on how things operate, he admits he still has a lot to learn.
"I appreciate the history of this college and want to build
upon it and look to the future for opportunities that allow us to
expand our partnerships with the county commissioners, the
public schools, local businesses and industries and with other
agencies who work with us and with our students," he said. "This
is where I have always wanted to be."
Former Chancellor Charles Jenkins, who is a Richmond
County native, hailed the outstanding achievement of a UNCP
graduate.
been selected to serve as president of Richmond Community
College and wish him the very best," Dr. Jenkins said. "Dale has
a genuine interest in RCC, Richmond and Scotland counties and
the entire region and will work hard to serve the needs of the
area.
"His commitment to this region is most appreciated, and we
at UNCP will work very closely with him and RCC's faculty and
staff," he continued. "In fact, we have already moved forward
on planning a new joint venture in higher education leadership
development."
Dr. Irene Aiken `93, associate dean of UNCP's School of
Graduate Studies, was a high school classmate at Richmond
County High School.
"Dale and I were friends in high school and college," Dr.
Aiken said. "Richmond Community College is fortunate to have
someone with his knowledge and experience.
"His heart is in the right place," she continued. "He will have
a positive impact on the college and our community."
"Personally, it makes me feel very proud to receive the support
and encouragement from people I've known for many years and
from those whom I have just met. I am thankful for a Board of
Trustees who has confidence in me and who will support me.
RCC is fortunate to have such an engaged and committed Board,"
said McInnis.
Hilda Pinnix-Ragland, community college board chair said,
"In approving Dr. McInnis as the new president of Richmond
Community College, the state board is pleased to recognize the
achievements and leadership of someone who has `grown up'
in our system. We look forward to watching how he, his trustees
and his faculty and staff shape the future of RCC."
Dr. Scott Ralls, N.C. Community College System president,
said, "Dr. Dale McInnis is an excellent choice for president of
Richmond Community College. His history in the community
and his experience at the college has laid a strong foundation for
his ability to lead RCC to continued success."
Inn Express was followed by golf and an afternoon game at Cox Stadium.
"The reunion was everything I had hoped for," said Geoff Bennett `90. "Everyone
was happy to see each other."
"I only played for two years, but those two years transformed my life," said Alan
Wildes '92. "Doc (coach Danny Davis) had a huge impact on me."
Bennett said he and Wildes made plans for the reunion early in the year.
"I had not been back since I graduated in 1990, but I had a few contacts already,"
he said. "Being in British Columbia didn't seem to matter, and I soon had a list of 70
from the 1986-90 teams."
Bennett said he hoped that the spring reunion lead to another reunion at
Homecoming.
"It's important to remember great friends and great times, especially as we get
busy raising our own families and building careers," Bennett said. "The reunion went
well and I can't wait for the next time I see all of my friends again."
Rusty Chambers, Casey Roberts, Eric Hudson, Hugh
Cannady, Keith Ransom, Andrew Hammonds, Billy
Gaskins, Cedric Locklear and Jay Shotwell
Kneeling (L-R): Dwight Donaldson, Ronnie Hobbs,
Geoff Bennett, Billy Gover, Rusty Cranson, Rene Choim
and Alan Wildes