and financial struggles, but the college responded with fundraising campaigns, new programs, and grants. Notably, the nursing program received federal funding, and in 1983, the college's first male president, James Ebben, took office. Under his leadership, the college underwent significant improvements, including the renovation of the gym and the construction of new buildings such as the library and Weber Hall.
From 1988 to 2002, Edgewood experienced a building boom, with major construction projects such as the Sonderegger Science Center and the Henry J. Predolin Humanities Center. The college also saw an increase in retention rates and the diversity of its student body, with international students peaking in the late 1990s. Edgewood expanded its graduate programs and in 2002 introduced the Bachelor of Business Administration degree. This period marked a shift in the college's demographics, with fewer Catholic students and a growing focus on global connections.
These years also saw an emphasis on improving academic …
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