Latest Update
February 27, 2025
We are excited to announce that Dr. Laura Crawley has been appointed as the 16th president of Bethany College. Dr. Crawley brings over two decades of experience in higher education leadership, student engagement, and institutional growth. She will officially begin her role on May 1, 2025.
Dr. Crawley most recently served as Vice President of Mission, Engagement, and Innovation at Lenoir-Rhyne University, where she played a key role in strengthening student success initiatives, expanding community partnerships, and enhancing institutional growth. She has also held leadership positions at the University of Georgia and Georgia State University, contributing to academic expansion, program innovation, and student retention efforts.
"I am truly excited and honored to join the Bethany College community," said Dr. Crawley. "The college’s strong values of faith, service, and academic excellence deeply resonate with my commitment to supporting students and fostering growth. I look forward to collaborating with faculty, staff, students, and alumni as we build on Bethany’s proud history and look toward a bright future. I am also thrilled to become a part of the Lindsborg community, which has so much to offer in terms of culture and spirit."
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Crawley to Bethany College!
You can view the full press release
here.
