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Mary Jo Maydew Joins Ashford University Board of Trustees
Former Vice President for Finance and Administration at Mount Holyoke College Brings Decades of Experience to Ashford's Board

Mary Jo Maydew, an experienced university administrator and financial professional, has accepted a position on the Board of Trustees for Ashford University. Her term on the Board began on November 2.

Maydew’s career encompasses more than 30 years of experience in higher education. From 2000 to 2011, she served as the vice president for finance and administration at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Mass. She also spent 13 years as Mount Holyoke’s treasurer. Previously, Maydew was at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., where she held the positions of assistant treasurer and assistant to the university controller.

“Mary Jo Maydew will be an outstanding addition to the Ashford University Board of Trustees,” said Dr. Richard Pattenaude, Ashford University president. “Her extensive background in university finance, administration and accreditation will benefit the Board and the University enormously.” 

Prior to her career in higher education, Maydew held various positions in the financial field. She was a senior financial analyst at Communications Satellite Corporation and the budget manager for Public Broadcasting Service, among other positions. Maydew earned her MBA from Cornell University and her BS in Accounting from the University of Denver.

About Ashford University

Ashford University is defining the modern college experience by combining the heritage of a traditional campus with the flexibility and effectiveness of online learning. The University provides a vibrant learning community where high-quality programs and leading-edge technology create a dynamic, immersive and stimulating learning experience. Ashford University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (www.ncahlc.org). The University offers practical and progressive associate's, bachelor's and master's degree programs online, as well as bachelor’s degree programs at its Clinton, Iowa, campus. Ashford University – where heritage meets innovation. For more information, please visit www.ashford.edu or call Shari Rodriguez, associate vice president of Public Relations, at 858.513.9240 x2513.