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Dr. James V. Koch
President 1990-2001

James V. Koch was recruited from the University of Montana to become Old Dominion's sixth president. During his tenure at the University of Montana he was cited for his success in bringing several international programs to the university and for his success in dealing with the state legislature.

Under Dr. Koch's leadership, Old Dominion's first capital campaign exceeded its goal netting over $50 million in contributions. During Dr. Koch's tenure, Old Dominion's annual contracts, grants, and strategic alliances with regional organizations grew. Between these regional and other efforts, Old Dominion University created more jobs than any other

Books by Dr. Koch
available in the Perry Library

school in the state, and added millions of dollars to the Hampton Roads economy.

Included on President Koch's list of accomplishments that made him most proud are: improvements in the appearance of the campus, the development of The Village, starting the TELETECHNET distance learning program, and increasing diversity on campus.

President Koch has been working closely with his successor, Roseann Runte, to ensure a smooth transition. After leaving the presidency, Dr. Koch plans to take a year sabbatical and return to Old Dominion in 2002 to teach Economics.

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See also: The Koch Years and Donna Koch in the Old Dominion University Magazine by Steve Daniel


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