HCC Leadership

	President Dr. Vincent Bowhay’s association with Highland Community College first began as a student taking college courses while still in high school at Royal Valley in Hoyt, Kansas. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Washburn University, a master of arts from Ball State University and a doctor of education from Baker University. He completed Stanford University’s executive leadership program in 2022. Prior to accepting the Presidency at HCC, Bowhay held administrative positions at Independence Community College, Missouri Western State University, Fort Hays State University and Campus Labs. His most recent book, “The Proper Role of Higher Education in a Democratic Society,” re-examines the role higher education plays in preparing students for a life of civic engagement and community leadership. Bowhay was one of 25 leaders nationwide selected for the 2021-22 class of the Aspen New Presidents Fellowship.
	Vice President for Student Services Dr. Eric Ingmire, Vice President for Student Services, came to the College from the Fremont Campus of Pueblo Community College where he was the Director of Student Services. A native Kansan, Ingmire graduated from Berean Academy in Elbing, Manhattan Christian College with a bachelor’s degree, Kansas State University with a master’s degree in Counseling and Student Development, and completed a doctorate from Grand Canyon University in Organizational Leadership. more...
	Interim, Vice President for Academic Affairs Eric Ketchum serves as the Interim Vice-President for Academic Affairs at Highland Community College, where he has been a dedicated educator for over 11-years, teaching Psychology courses. Prior to his career in higher education, Eric spent seven-years as a Licensed School Psychologist across Kansas, where he applied his expertise to support students’ mental health and educational needs. Eric holds bachelor’s degrees in both Psychology and Sociology from Kansas State University, as well as a Master’s Degree and Education Specialist Degree in School Psychology from Emporia State University. His extensive background in psychology combined with his teaching experience in the classroom, positions him as a leader in the success and growth of the academic community at HCC.
	Vice President for Technical Education Lucas Hunziger, Vice President for Technical Education, came to Highland Community College from USD #449 where he was an Industrial Technology Instructor for 12 years. He previously served as Director of the HCC Technical Center in Atchison for seven years. Lucas is a native Kansan graduating from Atchison High School before earning his bachelor’s in Technology Education from Pittsburg State University. He also holds a Master Degree in Education from Baker University and a Master Degree in School Leadership from Benedictine College.
	Vice President for Finance & Operations Andrew Gutschenritter comes from Neodesha, Kansas where he was born and raised. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Ottawa University and his Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from Pittsburg State University. Before his time with Highland Community College, he worked for Independence Community College as the Controller.