Bluefield University Announces Steven Peterson as 10th President

Project Description

CarterBaldwin Executive Search is proud to partner with Bluefield University in the appointment of Dr. Steven Peterson as the University’s tenth President in its 102-year history.

Peterson brings nearly three decades of Christian higher education experience in leadership, advocacy, recruitment, and student aid to Bluefield, most recently from Houston Christian University, where he leads their Adult & Graduate Studies division as Vice President for Online/Digital Learning. Prior to joining HCU in 2017, Peterson served for more than two decades with Liberty University’s financial aid, advancement, and admissions teams and was instrumental to the success of Liberty University’s admissions team as the institution neared 100,000 enrolled students in 2016.

“The Board is very excited that Dr. Peterson has agreed to become the next President of Bluefield University,” said Jack Reasor, Chair of the Board of Trustees, “and we believe, with God’s blessing, he will be a leader to move Bluefield University forward.”

Peterson earned an MA in religion, MBA, and EdD in educational leadership from Liberty University. He has published articles on leadership, institutional policy and marketing and offered presentations on adult learner enrollment and student retention. Additionally, he has taught undergraduate business and Christian studies courses.

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About Bluefield University

Established in 1922, Bluefield University is a private Baptist university located in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains in southwestern Virginia. In covenant with the Baptist General Association of Virginia, the University is committed to developing students’ potential through academic excellence and the integration of faith, the liberal arts, career-oriented programs, and service to God and the global community.

Touted for its classroom technology, affordability, personalized instruction, and learning settings on the mission field and in countries abroad, Bluefield boasts 70+ academic offerings, including business, forensic science, graphic communication, criminal justice, teacher education, and Christian studies. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.