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Iona a 'Great College to Work For'
An education trade newspaper surveyed 44,000 employees at 310 colleges nationwide.
was recently named one of the best colleges in the nation to work for.
A survey by the Chronicle of Higher Education, which provides news, information, and jobs for college and university faculty members and administrators, found Iona was a recognized leader in four categories: Leadership, Respect and Appreciation, Teaching Environment and Tenure Clarity and Process.
The survey was of more than 44,000 employees at 310 colleges and universities.
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In all, only 111 of the 310 achieved "Great College to Work For" recognition.
Results were reported for small, medium and large institutions. Iona is a medium college, having between 3,000 and 9.999 students.
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The Chronicle's report cited Iona's yearlong orientation for all new employees, with a private presidential reception, a welcome luncheon and continuous career-development opportunities and support.
Iona President Dr. Joseph E. Nyre said he was proud to be a member of the school's long-standing tradition of excellence.
"It is our talented and dedicated faculty and staff that create the culture identified by the Chronicle," he said.
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