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The board of trustees at 91�첥 announced it has engaged DSG Storbeck, a national executive search firm based in Philadelphia, to facilitate a nationwide search for a new president. President Dr. Bassam Deeb is committed to continuing to serve in his role until the completion of a successful search, after which he plans to retire.

“Known for his generosity and passion for empowering students of all backgrounds, Bassam’s forward-thinking vision has made 91�첥 a true opportunity college for the greater Buffalo community,” said Sean M. Willett, board chair, 91�첥. “We are certainly going to miss Bassam’s leadership, and the board remains focused on finding the right successor to tackle the continuing challenges facing higher education and to lead Trocaire forward for future career-minded generations.”

Dr. Deeb has served as Trocaire’s sixth president since 2012. During his tenure, Dr. Deeb expanded Trocaire’s footprint in Western New York and made it a leader in career-oriented higher education within the region, offering academic and workforce development programs in healthcare, veterinary sciences, and business.

“I’m extremely proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish over the past 14 years in terms of strategic growth of both the institution and our support for students in their pursuit of careers of achievement and lives of purpose,” said Dr. Deeb, “However, it’s time for the next chapter – both for the college and for me personally. There’s still more work to be done and it will remain business as usual at Trocaire throughout the search.”