WESTFIELD – Governor Deval Patrick has appointed Westfield State alums Terrell M. Hill and Steven P. Marcus to serve as members of the Westfield State University Board of Trustees.
“In their lives and in their work, both Terrell and Steve are visionary leaders whose dedication to bridging public and private interests and serving the constituents in their respective fields of education and health care emulates Westfield State’s mission,” said Evan S. Dobelle, president, Westfield State University. “Each brings great expertise and energy and a great track record of support for the university. We are extremely fortunate to have them on our Board.”
Terrell Hill is the founding Principal of High School, Inc., Hartford’s public insurance and finance academy, which opened in 2009. The school is a National Academy Foundation finance academy, whose goal is to prepare young people for college and career success based around an industry-focused curricula, work-based learning experiences and business partner expertise.
“Education is my calling,” Hill said. “I want to bring to my new role my current experience as an active educator preparing kids for college while simultaneously working with the business community. It seems to reflect what is happening on campus right now.”
Steve Marcus is a licensed certified social worker who has dedicated his life to improving the lives of those in need as CEO and owner of multiple diversified healthcare enterprises including New England Geriatrics and West Central Family and Counseling.
“I am passionate about health care and bringing an entrepreneurial spirit to my new role,” said Marcus. “I want to identify those students who want to make a difference and be a conduit for employment opportunities.”
