150 years ago, Juniata’s founders envisioned a college where people could “acquire
useful knowledge” and prepare themselves “for whatever calling in life their inclinations
profess.” As the 12th president, I am entrusted with carrying forward that mission—one
shared by our 15,000 alumni, students, faculty, and staff. Together, we pursue a timeless
goal: to cultivate the skills and habits of mind needed to engage the world, ask meaningful
questions, and serve a greater good through our work, communities, and citizenship.
At Juniata, we promise to be our students’ partners in discovery and growth. They
will face challenges and opportunities that call for courage, hard work, and self-discovery—emerging
with the confidence and abilities to meet an evolving world. Our reach extends globally
through more than 60 partners in 26 nations, a diverse campus community, and membership
in organizations devoted to academic, athletic, and service excellence. Whether you
know Juniata well or are discovering it anew, I invite you to explore our story and
join us as we continue to shape the horizons ahead.
James A. Troha, Ph.D.
President
150 years ago, Juniata’s founders envisioned a college where people could “acquire
useful knowledge” and prepare themselves “for whatever calling in life their inclinations
profess.” As the 12th president, I am entrusted with carrying forward that mission—one
shared by our 15,000 alumni, students, faculty, and staff. Together, we pursue a timeless
goal: to cultivate the skills and habits of mind needed to engage the world, ask meaningful
questions, and serve a greater good through our work, communities, and citizenship.
At Juniata, we promise to be our students’ partners in discovery and growth. They
will face challenges and opportunities that call for courage, hard work, and self-discovery—emerging
with the confidence and abilities to meet an evolving world. Our reach extends globally
through more than 60 partners in 26 nations, a diverse campus community, and membership
in organizations devoted to academic, athletic, and service excellence. Whether you
know Juniata well or are discovering it anew, I invite you to explore our story and
join us as we continue to shape the horizons ahead.
James A. Troha, Ph.D.
President
150 years ago, Juniata’s founders envisioned a college where people could “acquire
useful knowledge” and prepare themselves “for whatever calling in life their inclinations
profess.” As the 12th president, I am entrusted with carrying forward that mission—one
shared by our 15,000 alumni, students, faculty, and staff. Together, we pursue a timeless
goal: to cultivate the skills and habits of mind needed to engage the world, ask meaningful
questions, and serve a greater good through our work, communities, and citizenship.
At Juniata, we promise to be our students’ partners in discovery and growth. They
will face challenges and opportunities that call for courage, hard work, and self-discovery—emerging
with the confidence and abilities to meet an evolving world. Our reach extends globally
through more than 60 partners in 26 nations, a diverse campus community, and membership
in organizations devoted to academic, athletic, and service excellence. Whether you
know Juniata well or are discovering it anew, I invite you to explore our story and
join us as we continue to shape the horizons ahead.
James A. Troha, Ph.D.
President
What began in 1876 as the vision of founders Andrew, Henry, and John Brumbaugh to prepare students to lead lives of purpose and meaning has grown into a vibrant learning community with a global impact. That guiding vision resonates 150 years later as we look forward to the future and ensure that Juniata remains responsive to the needs of a changing world while remaining true to our mission.
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