University selects Jack MacLennan for new positions within Park University's estate
Jack MacLennan, a distinguished academic with a rich background in political science, has been appointed as the Senior Director for Strategic Initiatives and Communications, and Special Assistant to the President for Governance at Park University. The announcement was made on August 2, 2024.
Born in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, MacLennan earned his Bachelor of Arts with honours in political science from St. Thomas University in Fredericton, New Brunswick. He furthered his academic pursuits, earning a Master of Arts degree in political science from the University of Windsor in Ontario, a Master of Public Policy degree from the University of Michigan - Dearborn, and a doctorate degree in political science from Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario.
MacLennan joined Park University in 2017 and has since made significant contributions to the institution. He served as the graduate program director for the national security studies program for the past five years and held the position of Park's Faculty Senate president from 2020-2022 and its vice president from 2019-20. In addition, he received the Dusing-Proudfoot Award from Park University in April 2024, honoring his outstanding contributions as a faculty or staff member.
In his new role, MacLennan will support key stakeholders in the development, communication, and implementation of plans for the future of Park University. As special assistant to the president for governance, he will work closely with faculty and staff leaders. One of his key responsibilities will be to lead the University's strategic communications efforts as senior director for strategic initiatives and communications. He will also serve as chair of the University Commission on Shared Governance.
While the specifics of MacLennan's role are yet to be fully detailed, typically, someone in this dual role at a university would be responsible for leading and managing key strategic initiatives that align with the university president's vision and institutional goals, directing internal and external communications efforts to promote the university’s mission and priorities, advising the president on governance matters, facilitating collaboration and communication among various university departments, and supporting policy development and implementation related to governance and institutional strategy.
For precise and detailed key responsibilities specific to Jack MacLennan at Park University, it is recommended to consult official Park University resources or contact their administration directly.
MacLennan began his duties at Park University on August 1, 2024, and will undoubtedly bring his wealth of knowledge and experience to the table as he navigates his new role. His appointment is a significant step towards strengthening Park University's strategic planning process and governance structure.
In his new role at Park University, Jack MacLennan will lead strategic initiatives and communications efforts, ensuring alignment with the university president's vision and institutional goals. As Special Assistant to the President for Governance, he will work closely with faculty and staff leaders to strengthen the university's strategic planning process and governance structure. In addition to his academic background in political science and policy, this role also involves engagement with general news, education-and-self-development, and politics, given the nature of university governance and strategic planning.
