Campton’s Patrick Cate Officially Appointed as President of Lakes Region Community College

Patrick Cate has been named the President of Lakes Region Community College (LRCC) in Laconia, New Hampshire. This announcement was made by the Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) on April 18, 2024. Cate, who lives in Campton, New Hampshire, has served as the interim president of LRCC since July 2022. He has over two decades of experience in higher education and student services.

Before becoming president, Cate joined LRCC in 2018 as Associate Vice President and later became Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs. His previous roles include positions at Walnut Hill College, Rivier University, and Plymouth State University, where he was the Dean of Student Success for 17 years.

As interim president, Cate launched new programs that improved the college's offerings. One notable program is the Fire Fighter Paramedic program, whose first graduates all passed the national paramedic exam. The college's culinary program also expanded and was recognized at a national event in Washington, D.C.

Cate is excited about his permanent role and plans to further enhance the educational quality and community impact of LRCC. He aims to maintain affordable, high-quality education and to foster collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and the local community.

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