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FREDERIK OHLES NAMED
CIC VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADVANCEMENT

WASHINGTON, DC—The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) today announced that Frederik Ohles has joined the CIC staff as Vice President for Advancement.

Ohles comes to CIC from the Wabash College (IN) Center of Inquiry in the Liberal Arts, where he was Senior Research Fellow since 2002. In that position, he was chiefly responsible for coordinating a project on transitions from liberal arts to the professions, especially business. He also was Managing Editor of “LiberalArtsOnline,” an electronic newsletter featuring essays and reports on current issues in liberal arts education.

Ohles has worked extensively with CIC and small independent colleges. From 1996 to 2002 he served as Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College at Illinois College, and from 1990 to 1996 he was Associate Dean of Saint Olaf College (MN). Earlier in his career, Ohles worked with the Fulbright Scholar Program at the Council for International Exchange of Scholars in Washington, DC, and taught history at Upsala College (NJ), the University of Melbourne (Australia), and Boston College (MA). He is the author of numerous articles and books on topics ranging from European history to general education, and has raised funds successfully for many large and small projects, including a science building, faculty development activities, high school outreach programs, and business/liberal arts internships.

“Fred has demonstrated real enthusiasm for CIC’s cause and its mission. He brings highly relevant professional experience, and strong management expertise, as well as a comprehensive understanding of both higher education and philanthropy,” said CIC President Richard Ekman. “As a seasoned professional with strong leadership qualities and an outstanding record of success, he stands ready to contribute significantly to CIC’s fundraising efforts. His breadth of experience will be a real asset to our advancement team.”

Ohles earned a B.A. degree at Carleton College (MN). He holds M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in comparative history from Brandeis University (MA). He has been active in higher education initiatives of his church, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. In 2003, he earned the Certificate in Fundraising Management through the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University.

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