SALT LAKE CITY — Brian Levin-Stankevich, 64, announced Thursday that he will retire from his position as president of Westminster College at the conclusion of the 2015 academic year.
"It was my honor to serve as president of Westminster and I am proud of the achievements our campus community has made during my tenure," Levin-Stankevich said in a prepared statement. "I'm especially proud of our community partnerships in South Salt Lake and the collaborative work we've achieved in creating a strategic plan for the college."
Levin-Stankevich's "strategic plan" was implemented in March of 2014, less than two years after he took office in July 2012.
"The strategic plan initiated under President Brian's leadership sets ambitious objectives for supporting student success, innovation, affordability, sustainability and a commitment to the community," said Tom Ellison, chairman of the Westminster College Board of Trustees. "We will build on this strategic agenda and Brian's strong commitment to civic partnerships to drive the success of the college for years to come."
Levin-Stankevich served as Westminster's 17th president. His administration's focus on community involvement and civic engagement brought the college several awards, including South Salt Lake's "Partner of the Year" for both 2013 and 2014.
Levin-Stankevich plans to retire after the college's 2015 commencement ceremonies. Steve Morgan, the college's vice president for institutional advancement and alumni relations, will serve as acting president until a formal presidential search is conducted.
"Steve Morgan is a true advocate of Westminster, and I am confident that no one knows this college better than him," Levin-Stankevich said.
Plans for a formal presidential search have not yet been developed.