The Valdosta State College group is mourning the lack of Dr. Ronald M. Zaccari, who served because the establishment’s seventh president from January 2002 till June 2008. Dr. Zaccari handed away on Nov. 29 after a quick sickness. Present VSU President Dr. Richard Carvajal shared the information, highlighting Zaccari’s profound impression on the college and its campus.
The VSU group remembers Dr. Zaccari as a devoted chief with a real ardour for VSU. His intensive profession in increased training spanned a number of notable establishments, together with Edinboro State Faculty, the College of Colorado, and Southeastern Louisiana College, the place he held positions as professor of artwork and provost. Earlier than his tenure at VSU, he was the president of West Liberty State Faculty in West Virginia.
Throughout his presidency at VSU, he oversaw important campus enhancements, together with the development of the Pupil Union, 4 new residence halls, two parking decks, and the Blazer Boulevard Pedestrian Mall. These tasks remodeled the college surroundings and enhanced scholar life.
A Lasting Affect
An achieved artist, Dr. Zaccari continued to create all through his time at VSU, abandoning a legacy of artwork that may nonetheless be discovered throughout the campus and in the area people. President Carvajal famous his and his spouse’s reference to Dr. Zaccari and his spouse, Nancy, recalling their heat welcome once they joined the college in 2017.
In his tribute, Dr. Carvajal talked about a particular piece created by Dr. Zaccari—the Presidential Medallion—which he donated for show within the newly renovated West Corridor Govt Suite. This art work stands as a testomony to Dr. Zaccari’s dedication and management. The VSU group extends its ideas and prayers to Nancy Zaccari, their sons Rick and Rahn, and all those that knew and liked Dr. Zaccari throughout this tough time.
