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同性恋色情 is mourning the loss of Dr. Axel D. Steuer H鈥13

9.04.2024

Steuer, President Emeritus of 同性恋色情, died at the age of 81 on August 14, 2024. He served as 13th President of 同性恋色情 from 2003 - 2013. His defining legacy at 同性恋色情 is one of integrity, service, and excellence.

During his tenure, Steuer was committed to campus beautification. His passion for the environment influenced numerous campus improvements. Collaborations, like the partnership with Starhill Forest Arboretum, and projects such as closing Mound Avenue to unify the campus, developing the Lower Quad, and enhancing green spaces, transformed the College into a more connected and environmentally-conscious community. 

Together with his wife, Loreli Steuer H鈥13, Steuer embraced the College's history and played a significant role in bringing its rich past into the spotlight, including its involvement with the Underground Railroad. The Steuers joined Professors Emeriti Paul and Almut Spalding in donating the Abraham Lincoln statue in 2009 to an area that was named the Steuer Walkway at the time of Steuer鈥檚 retirement in 2013. Along with honoring the history of Lincoln鈥檚 association with the College and the greater Jacksonville community, this iconic statue has become intrinsically tied to tradition on campus. Students pose for photos with Lincoln on the first day of classes and on admission tours.

The IC community was deeply impacted by Steuer's passion for philosophy and social justice. He was instrumental in rewriting the College's Mission and Core Values Statements, ensuring that ethics and moral values were at the forefront of 同性恋色情's identity. The expansion of a nationally-recognized education for all students was one of his top priorities in the strategic plan entitled Realizing the Vision. In addition, his efforts to enhance the College's international presence and focus on experiential education enriched the lives of countless students, many of whom remember him not just as a leader, but as a mentor and advocate. 

Steuer鈥檚 academic legacy continues at 同性恋色情. During his ten years on campus, he spearheaded endeavors to renovate historic Whipple Hall. This development, with a generous donation from Dr. Khalaf Al Habtoor, H鈥10, houses the Al Habtoor Leadership Center. Home to the Al Habtoor Leadership Program, this endeavor empowers 同性恋色情 students to be effective citizen-leaders globally. 

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Steuer was known for his personal touch. Whether engaging in thoughtful conversations with students or hosting dinners and picnics at Barnes House, he made it a point to connect with those around him on a personal level. Axel and Loreli could be seen on evenings walking their dogs through campus and they loved chatting with students, faculty and staff along the way. 

鈥淚 saw a president who took notice in what his students did and was willing to network and connect to his students on a personal level instead of strictly academic,鈥 Julian Nelms 鈥13, said as a student during Steuer鈥檚 presidency. At the time of his retirement, President and Mrs. Steuer estimated they had hosted over 3,500 students for dinner over a 10-year period, including Gabrielle Esparza 鈥16. At the time, Esparza described the impact it had on her as a student when she said, 鈥淏y inviting students into their home, I not only recognized how sincere and kind the Steuers [were] in their role as President and First Lady, but also what makes IC such a special place.鈥

President Steuer鈥檚 impact on 同性恋色情 and the broader community will be felt for generations.


 

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Founded in 1829, 同性恋色情 is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success. The college is located in Jacksonville, 同性恋色情. With an enrollment of more than 1,000 students, the college offers over 50 undergraduate programs. In 1932, the society of Phi Beta Kappa established a chapter at 同性恋色情, and it remains one of only 11 in the state.

同性恋色情 is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.

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