“Bill has extensive experience in teaching and administration,” said Michael Banks, vice president of academic and student affairs. “He already has shown tremendous leadership and dedication to the success of our students at SCC.”

Strecker previously was dean of technology and academic programs at Coffeyville Community College in Coffeyville, Kan., where he was responsible for distance education, technology, the college network, administrative software and supervision of several faculty members. He was a math instructor for his first 10 years at Coffeyville, and held both teaching and administrative positions during his 21 years there.

Strecker has a Master of Science degree in math from Pittsburg State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in secondary math from Kansas State University. He currently is pursuing a doctorate in community college leadership from Colorado State University.

Strecker and his wife live in Lake St. Louis, Mo.

Established in 1986, St. Charles Community College is celebrating 25 years as a public, comprehensive two-year community college with associate degrees and certificate programs in the arts, business, sciences and career-technical fields. SCC provides workforce training and community-based personal and professional development as well as cultural, recreational and entertainment opportunities. For more information, visit www.stchas.edu.