photo of candle lighting ceremony at Juniata College

President James A. Troha and Courtney Laing ’27, his niece, pass the flame during the annual candle lighting ceremony to welcome the Class of 2027 to Juniata College. Photo by Joyce Yong.

photo of candle lighting ceremony at Juniata College

President James A. Troha and Courtney Laing ’27, his niece, pass the flame during the annual candle lighting ceremony to welcome the Class of 2027 to Juniata College. Photo by Joyce Yong.

A Letter from President Troha

President Troha

Dear Friends,

Juniata’s mission of providing “an engaging, personalized experience empowering our students to develop the skills, knowledge, and values that lead to a fulfilling life of service and ethical leadership in a global community” is central to both who we are and what we do as a community. Within the pages of this fall magazine, we celebrate the College’s achievements of the past decade and those who have helped lead to our success. Faculty advisers like Kristin Camenga mindfully partner with students to ensure their academic pursuits are individualized as they prepare for their future. On a campus where 40 percent of students are athletes, Scott McKenzie provides behind-the-scenes support to teams, players, and fans. The College recently held a special first look at the Statton Learning Commons that will bring 21st-century library and technology services under the leadership of Justine Kobeski Black ’08. Learning to lead is an integral part of the Juniata experience and one that Yoselin Kearney ’24 has embraced. This experience follows our alumni as they set out to forge meaningful careers, like Madeline Bennetti ’17, who guides young adults living with diabetes and bridges the gap between mental and physical health. I am proud to be a part of our Juniata College community and our collective commitment to learning and leadership.

With warm regards,
James A. Troha, Ph.D.
President