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Don Hunter, Ph.D.

Dr. Hunter’s career includes service as a teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, superintendent, consultant with the NC Public Schools, Assistant to the NC Community College System President, and Executive Director of the NC State Board of Community Colleges. Dr. Hunter currently serves as Executive Director of the Future Presidents Institute held at the University of North Carolina, adjunct instructor in Campbell University’s educational leadership program, and chief consultant to the NC Association of Community College Trustees for presidential searches and board training. Dr. Hunter serves on many professional boards and committees and has received numerous awards and recognitions. These include being named Regional Superintendent of the Year and NC Superintendent of the Year.

In October 2002, Dr. Hunter received the highest civilian award given for service to the State of North Carolina when the Governor inducted him into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, citing his contributions to North Carolina’s public schools, community colleges and universities.  Dr. Hunter holds a bachelor’s degree from Campbell College, a master’s degree and educational specialist degree from East Carolina University, is a graduate of the University of North Carolina's Executive Training program, and holds a Ph.D. in Educational Research and Policy Analysis from North Carolina State University.

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