Earlier this week Peninsula College (PC) President Suzy Ames announced the appointment of Dr. Bruce Hattendorf as vice president for Instruction. Hattendorf has served as interim VP for Instruction since October 2023, when the position became vacant.
In an email letter to staff Ames cited Hattendorf’s communication skills and responsiveness, and her deep appreciation for his knowledge of Peninsula College’s history, as part of her decision to make Hattendorf’s appointment permanent.
After seeking feedback from faculty and staff, Ames shared that she received enormous support for Dr. Hattendorf across PC’s campuses.
“I was pleased at the overwhelming responses I received,” said Ames. “The feedback confirmed Dr. Hattendorf is a respected instructional leader who is well deserving of this leadership role at Peninsula College.”
Hattendorf became a professor of English at Peninsula College in 1999 and received tenure in 2008. He began his administrative career in 2011 when he was promoted to associate dean for Arts and Sciences Instruction, and dean of Arts and Sciences in 2015. Hattendorf next served as executive director of the Center for Teaching and Learning in July 2019 and as the dean for the Center for Equity, Teaching, and Learning in 2021, where he supervised the Library Media Center and Learning Center.
“I am excited to support the great work of our faculty and instructional services staff,” Hattendorf said, “I look forward to collaborating with President Ames and the PC community to build connections, grow our programs, and provide innovative and equitable teaching and learning.” Hattendorf received his bachelor’s degree in comparative literature from Indiana University and his master’s degree in English education from New York University. Hattendorf also completed his doctoral degree in Community College Leadership at Oregon State University.
The appointment was effective immediately, according to President Ames.