HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Board of Trustees at HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, announced an update on the College’s presidential search during their June 3, 2025, meeting.
The search for HACC’s eighth president has been extended. John J. “Ski” Sygielski, MBA, Ed.D., will remain in his role as president and CEO until June 30, 2026, or until his successor is hired - whichever date occurs first.
“Selecting a president is one of the most important decisions our Board will make, and we are committed to getting it right,” said Thomas B. Richey, chairman of HACC’s Board of Trustees. “While we had hoped to complete the process by now, we have not yet identified a candidate who aligns with the College’s core values and long-term vision. We will keep searching to ensure that we find the right leader to continue HACC’s mission of serving as a gateway to student success and opportunity. In the meantime, we are grateful and honored that Dr. Ski has agreed to continue as president and CEO.”
“Serving HACC for almost 14 years has been one of the greatest honors of my life, and I remain committed to the College’s continued success. At the request of the Board, I am happy to delay my retirement and continue to serve as president and CEO,” said Sygielski.
To stay up-to-date on the presidential search, please visit hacc.edu/AboutHACC/CollegeLeadership/presidential-search.cfm.
About HACC
HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, is the first and largest of Pennsylvania’s 15 community colleges. HACC offers approximately 100 career and transfer associate degree, certificate and diploma programs to approximately 12,000 students. Also, the College serves students at its Gettysburg, Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lebanon and York campuses; through virtual learning; and via workforce development and continuing education training. For more information on how HACC is uniquely YOURS, visit hacc.edu. Also, follow us on X (@HACC_info), follow us on Instagram (@HACC_edu), like us on Facebook (Facebook.com/HACC64) and use #HACCNews.
