Schumacher named president of Tiffin University

Lillian Schumacher has been named president of Tiffin University.
Lillian Schumacher has been named president of Tiffin University. | File photo

Lillian Schumacher has been named Tiffin University’s sixth overall and first woman president, with an  immediate appointment placing her in the elite company of women who have been chosen for top leadership roles in higher education across the country.

“Dr. Schumacher has proven to be a visionary leader at Tiffin University first as the vice president of academic affairs and most recently as interim president," a statement from the board of trustees said. "Our faculty, staff and students are very enthusiastic about the future of Tiffin University with Dr. Schumacher as president.”

Only 26 percent of college presidents nationwide were women as of 2014.

“Tiffin University and the city of Tiffin have been part of my family for almost 25 years,” Schumacher said. “TU is a great institution in a fine city and I am thrilled to continue its tradition of success. We have exceptional faculty and staff who believe in student success, a supportive and engaged board of trustees, and an exceptional diverse student body that expects the best from us. With these strengths, we can achieve great things.”