THE INVESTITURE OF
Jayson M. Boyers
T E N T H P R E S I D E N T O F C L E A RY U N I V E R S I T Y
T H U R S D A Y, S E P T E M B E R 2 9 , 2 0 1 6
L loyd a nd Mab el Joh n son Center for
Com mun it y a nd Business Excel lence
Howell, Michig a n
Investiture Ceremony
PROCESSIONAL
A University Investiture
Cabinet
Board of Trustees
Deans and Chairs
Faculty Council
University Curriculum Committee
Faculty
Delegates from Other Institutions
is a formal ceremony conferring the authority and symbols of the college presidency. It is held during
WELCOME
the new president’s first year in office, or near the conclusion of the first year. It is an academic
Lance B. Lewis, Ph.D., Provost and Chief Academic Officer
Patrick R. Cleary II, Grandson of Founder P.R. Cleary; Vice Chair,
Cleary University Board of Trustees
tradition passed down through the centuries since the Middle Ages and is a ceremony with many
academic traditions and protocols. It includes an opening procession with representatives in
academic regalia, greetings from members of the university community, the formal presentation
of the university mace and presidential medallion, and a presidential address. The investiture is an
PRESIDING
opportunity to welcome a new era and celebrate as a community.
Raymond E. King III, Chairman, Cleary University Board of Trustees
INVOCATION
Reverend Dr. Jim Holley, Senior Pastor, Historic Little Rock Baptist Church, Detroit, MI
GREETINGS TO THE PRESIDENT
Students
Staff
Faculty
Alumni
Community
THE INVESTITURE
Presentation of the Mace
Presentation of the Presidential Medallion
INVESTITURE ADDRESS
Jayson M. Boyers
BENEDICTION
Reverend Dr. Jim Holley, Senior Pastor, Historic Little Rock Baptist Church, Detroit, MI
RECESSIONAL
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Jayson M. Boyers
Academic Mace
Jayson M. Boyers is a successful senior administrator,
The procession is led by the Cleary University Mace. The mace, which was created by the College for
business strategist, and transformational leader who
Creative Studies in Detroit, is built around a walking stick that originally belonged to P.R. Cleary.
specializes in bringing vision, integrity, and energized
The walking stick was a gift to President Cleary from the first graduating class in 1888. The engraved
team leadership to organizations in developing relevant
commemorative text on the top of the walking stick can be read when viewing the mace from the top
programs and services, policies and procedures, process
through a 6-inch focal length optical lens. The mace is comprised of sterling silver and stainless steel.
improvements, and strategic plans to achieve optimal
It is approximately 47 inches in length. The mace is made from 12 feet of 5/8-inch stainless bar, forged
organizational growth and profitability.
and fabricated to comprise the linear elements. A 12x12-inch sterling silver sheet was hammered and
constructed to produce the shoulders, straps, and handle. The head of the mace (insignia seals) are
Motivated by challenges and enthused by new
1/4-inch stainless steel plate etched and cut to specifications. Design and hand construction of the
opportunities, he is highly effective in managing multi-
mace required roughly 100 hours of work.
million dollar budgets, producing quantifiable results
within diverse environments and creating executable business and process improvement plans
to meet short and long term goals. Further, he is an authentic leader and engaging presenter who
brings high-value visibility to an organization while building, deepening, and maintaining strong
partnerships.
Boyers was selected to become the tenth president of Cleary University in 2015. Before Cleary,
Boyers was the vice president and managing director of Champlain College’s (VT) Division of
Presidential Medallion
Continuing Professional Studies (National Online Division). In this role, Jayson created a new
The concept of the medallion originated in antiquity as a symbol of authority. The medallion was
business model and implemented appropriate procedures across finance, sales, IT, and academics to
worn for adornment, and its likeness served as the official seal. The Cleary University Presidential
support a B2B development environment. His efforts successfully expanded the division’s footprint
Medallion, which is displayed and/or worn at official ceremonies, symbolizes the authority of the
on a national level through development of an online, higher education e-commerce model.
president’s office and the president’s responsibility for leadership of the institution. This piece was
created by the College of Creative Studies in Detroit and the sterling silver and stainless steel match
Earlier career assignments include strategic leadership positions and serial promotions with
the materials used in the university’s mace. The medallion features the university seal on front and
Harrison College, advancing from assistant executive director and campus director of the culinary
back and 16 interlocking plates, of which 10 are presently inscribed with the names and dates of
division, to president of the National Culinary Division. Boyers also was employed at the Fort
office for the presidents of Cleary University. It measures approximately 32 inches in length and is
Wayne Center for Learning as executive director.
designed to be displayed flat or worn over the shoulders. The medallion was a gift from Thomas and
Barbara Sullivan, who presented it to the university in September 2015.
Boyers is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Interdisciplinary Leadership at Creighton
University. He has a Master of Leadership Development degree in Organizational Leadership from
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a Bachelor’s degree of science in liberal studies from the
University of Indianapolis.
Passionate about creating a lasting legacy and making a difference in the lives of others, Boyers leads,
serves, and actively contributes to numerous professional and civic organizations and is deeply
committed to family and community. Boyers and his wife reside in Brighton, Michigan.
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Cleary H istory
BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
Cleary University was founded in 1883 on the simple belief that a business college should prepare its
students to exceed the expectations of their employers. We have held true to that goal, and believe
it is as important today as it was in 1883. Today, Cleary University is an independent, not-for-profit,
specialized business university; committed to the betterment of society through the success of its
alumni and their employers; to operate as a role model of responsible business practice; to embrace
quality management principles, innovation, and an attentive customer focus; and to aspire to a
better future.
Since our founding in 1883, Cleary University has focused on blending the mastery and
demonstration of business concepts into our academic programs. Our curriculum is shaped by the
business community to ensure Cleary graduates have the skills needed to compete in today’s fastpaced business environment. At Cleary University, our students are our most important customers.
Our academic programs offer service, value, and convenience without sacrificing the academic
quality, which makes so many employers eager to hire and promote Cleary graduates.
Presidents of Cleary University
Carol Alexander ’76
Alan P. Kruse
Patrick R. Cleary II
John E. Kuderik, CPA, CVA ’90
Tim Codd
Glynis McBain
Stanley B. Dickson Jr., JD, CPA, CLU
Anne E. McKenny
John J. Edwards
Marty Pawlusiak
Andrew M. Eggan, JD
Rich Perlberg
Frank E. Fike ’70
Don Reimondo
Margaret Boryczka Gupta
Douglas J. Ritter ’93, ’01
David Q. Itsell
Ian W. Schonsheck, PE
Raymond E. King III
Milton A. Weidmayer, CPA ’74
Kenneth J. Weingartz
Patrick R. Cleary
1883 – 1940
Owen J. Cleary
1940 – 1960
Donald M. Silkworth
1960 – 1970
Walter Greig
1970 – 1974
Lynn Brenneman
1974 – 1976
OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY:
James Perry
1976 – 1978
Jayson M. Boyers, President and CEO
Gilbert E. Bursley
1978 – 1983
Matthew L. Bennett, DBA, Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement
Harry Howard
1983 – 1989
Lance B. Lewis, Ph.D., Provost and Chief Academic Officer
Thomas P. Sullivan
1989 – 2015
Judy L. Walker, Chief Financial Officer
Jayson M. Boyers
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John E. Klee ’74, ’01
2015 – Present
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