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CARLINVILLE — After less than two years, Dr. Mark Biermann is stepping down as president of Blackburn College in Carlinville because of his health.
On Monday the college’s board of trustees announced it has accepted Biermann’s resignation. According to Blackburn, Biermann is leaving the college to focus on health, well-being and extended family.
“It has been a privilege to serve as president of Blackburn College,” Biermann said. “While my health and well-being no longer allow me to continue this journey, the board of trustees could not have selected a better individual in Dr. Greg Meyer to help guide the College during this transition.
With Blackburn’s outstanding faculty, staff, and wonderful students providing tremendous leadership, I have no doubt about the successful future ahead for Blackburn,” he said.
Meyer, a former Blackburn professor, has been named interim president for the college and will serve until the search for a new president is completed. Meyer will serve as interim president-elect during the remainder of December before officially taking office on January 3, 2023.
“Dr. Biermann has been instrumental in helping Blackburn navigate challenges presented by a global pandemic,” said Dr. Rochelle Henderson, chair of the Blackburn College Board of Trustees. “He has helped set a course for future growth and success, and we are thankful for his service.“
During more than 30 years at Blackburn, Meyer held a variety of academic and administrative positions at the College: a department and division chair; Professor of Philosophy and Religion; Dean of Students; College Counselor; and Director of Church Relations. He has remained engaged with Blackburn since his retirement, returning during the spring of 2020 to serve as interim provost.
“Blackburn is a remarkable institution poised for even better things,” Meyer said. “The college has played a profound role in my life. I am honored to answer the call to service and help in any way I can.”
Henderson said a committee representing all areas of campus will be formed to engage with an outside firm to help conduct a national search for a new president for Blackburn.
“We are excited to identify the next leader of Blackburn who will continue to build on our momentum and help the college, our students, and the community achieve even greater success in the years to come,” she said.
Biermann was the 18th president in Blackburn’s 185-year history. He joined Blackburn College in August 2020 after nearly 30 years in higher education, most recently serving as provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at Valparaiso University.
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