Sturgeon received his bachelor鈥檚 degree in English from Bellarmine in 1987 and began his professional career at Bellarmine that same year. He started as an admissions counselor and subsequently was promoted to assistant dean and associate dean. Sturgeon, a four-year tennis letterman as a student, also served as Bellarmine鈥檚 men鈥檚 tennis coach for two years.
During Sturgeon鈥檚 career, he has developed a number of programs, such as a new scholarship competition and preview day event, which have enhanced Bellarmine鈥檚 admissions efforts. He also started two student groups, the student ambassadors and telecounselors, who help in recruiting. In addition, Sturgeon has been responsible for recruiting within Jefferson County, the largest source of Bellarmine students.
"We鈥檙e pleased to have Tim as our new admission dean," said Bellarmine President Joseph J. McGowan, Jr. "He has a proven track record, great rapport with students, excellent faculty support, is a team player and deeply committed to Bellarmine鈥檚 success."
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