Warner University’s board of trustees has appointed the Rev. G. Craig Williford as interim president, effective Thursday.
Warner President David Hoag is leaving after eight years to become president of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities in Washington D.C. He starts the new position on Sept. 1.
Williford will lead the Lake Wales school until a national search is concluded to select its fourth president, Warner said in a news release.
“Craig has vast experience in Christian higher education and a strong understanding of Warner University,” said Laura Motis, chair of the board of trustees. “He is a remarkable Christ-filled leader who embodies genuine warmth and care.”
Williford served as president of Multnomah University from 2014 to 2022, Trinity International University from 2009 to 2014 and Denver Seminary from 2000 to 2008, the release said. He holds a doctorate in educational studies from Trinity International University, has published one book, has contributed to three others and has written numerous magazine and journal articles.
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He currently works alongside his wife, Carolyn, in their nonprofit ministry, The Williford Connection .
“Carolyn and I are honored and humbled to be called by the Board of Trustees to serve as their interim president,” Williford said. “We look forward to meeting the entire faculty and staff and hearing their dreams and desires for the year ahead as we serve together. It is my prayer that we will expand Warner’s mission for God’s glory. Go Royals!”
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