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Crowther honored as she steps down as RCC president

Hundreds of friends, family, Rappahannock Community College employees and community members gathered recently at the Warsaw campus for a barbecue to honor Dr. Elizabeth “Sissy” Crowther as she ends her tenure as RCC’s president. Crowther passed the baton to Dr. Shannon L. Kennedy, who became RCC’s fourth president on Monday.

As a slideshow played in the background, guests enjoyed a casual atmosphere with Crowther. They told stories about her accomplishments, intellect and vision for the college and also remarked on her down-to-earth personality and varied interests, a release stated. Helen Murphy, a founding member of the RCC board, remarked, “We’ve seen the college grow under the leadership of Sissy. It has been amazing. Now, I want to go sailing with her!”

Shirley Moore-Johnson, a longtime RCC employee said she will miss Crowther’s leadership and friendship. “Back in 1991, we started together at RCC when she was a faculty member...

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