Dr. James R. Roach
President, 1986-1992

In August of 1986, Dr. James R. Roach was named the new president of the University of Maine at Presque Isle. Dr. Roach had many experiences that made him an excellent candidate for the position of president. From 1950-1954, James Roach served in the United States Navy. In 1957, Roach received a Bachelor of Science degree (with honors) in education from Boston College. In 1963, he earned a Master of Arts degree in Philosophy and Theological Studies from St. John's College. Additionally, he earned his Doctorate of Philosophy degree in World Religions from Boston University in 1972. In 1978, Roach completed a post-doctoral study at the Institute for Educational Management at Harvard University.

Following the completion of his own education, Roach worked at North Adams State College in Massachusetts. Roach served numerous roles while at North Adams State College, including Vice-President of Academic Affairs, President (for a brief time), Academic Dean, and Director of Academic Counseling Services. He taught at many other schools during his career, including Annotto Bay College in Jamaica, Boston University, Salem State College, and St. John's University.

Through the persistent efforts of President Roach, the Campus Center was added to the University of Maine at Presque Isle. In addition, he also promoted greater school spirit and excellence in the classroom. After his resignation from this university, Roach went on to Western Connecticut State University to assume the position of president.

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