University of Maryland picks first #AsianAmerican president
(TBD) After four months, the University of Maryland has selected a new president. His name is Wallace Loh, and he comes from the University of Iowa. A native of Shanghai, Loh is the first Asian American president to lead the University of Maryland.
UMD’s first Asian American president leaves the University of Iowa and brings a touching story of immigration from Shanghai with him.
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“I’m committed to advancing this university to its next level of excellence,” stated Loh.
In a packed auditorium, students, faculty and alumni, including House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, welcomed the new school leader.
Hoyer said, “The University of Maryland is a great institution but it can, and I believe under your leadership and clearly the selection committee believed that, will be greater.”
University of Maryland picks first #AsianAmerican president
