2024 District 5 Pacesetter
Dr. Doug Darling
President
Lake Region State College
Devils Lake, ND
How has Dr. Darling made a difference in advancing Lake Region State College (LRSC)?
President Darling remains true to the college's mission: working to enhance lives and community vitality through quality education. Thanks to his leadership, LRSC is respected as a nimble education innovator. President Darling is always looking at partnerships with other area institutions, economic development and regional stakeholders.
How does Dr. Darling demonstrate a commitment to education?
The college's and President Darling’s dedication to lifelong learning ensures educational accessibility for all, regardless of their circumstances. LRSC prioritizes student success, boasting a high placement rate for graduates across all programs. With an average retention rate surpassing the national average, LRSC students demonstrate strong academic readiness and proficiency.
President Darling worked with area job development officials to create a wind energy technician program at our campus and secured the installation of a wind turbine near the college that provides electricity for the campus and serves as a live training laboratory for students enrolled in the program.?
How does Dr. Darling support LRSC’s marcom and PR efforts?
President Darling believes honesty is paramount and that community and public relations is an activity that every employee should embrace. Everyone has a role in living and building the LRSC brand. He’s big with relationship building and collaboration, knowing a rising tide raises all ships. Since President Darling held the public information officer and marketing positions at LRSC, he is well-versed on what is needed to market and advance the institution. During tight budgets, President Darling always is protective of the marketing and advertising budget and personnel. Because of that, marketing operations can continue or even expand even in tight fiscal situations.