Nayef samhat biography of george

Dark wood panels cover the walls, cases and shelves of historical antique materials. Light peaks into the boardroom as the members file in. It is Oct. 15, and the cabinet of Wofford College is convening for its weekly, two hour meeting.

President Nayef Samhat was once a first-generation college student, working for a family owned business in Detroit, Mich. Samhat worked his way from undergraduate education, to a masters, and eventually, a doctorate. Not only that, he became a professor, provost and later President of Wofford College.

Those that meet President Samhat are met by his welcoming and talkative self. He truly desires to get to know students, parents, faculty and staff in any capacity.

Leader of the college, Samhat runs meetings with other staff leaders, the president’s cabinet. Guiding each area of the College from Equity and Community Initiatives to Marketing and Communications. Each area is managed by a representative in the president’s cabinet.