Schiller International University Appoints Dr. Philip J. Krebs as President
Largo, FL, September 17, 2009 -- Schiller International University, a leading American-based global education system with five campuses worldwide, announced today that it has appointed higher education industry veteran, Dr. Philip J. Krebs as president. Dr. Krebs joins Schiller International with more than 15 years of diverse university leadership experience that has emphasized operations, administration and development.
With a 44-year history of educating more than 20,000 students from over 100 countries, Schiller International University provides students the opportunity to study in some of the world's most renowned cities with the ability to transfer seamlessly between campuses. Students of Schiller University develop international and cross-cultural competencies in their quest to earn an American degree, greatly increasing the likelihood of securing a leadership position in an increasingly global economy.
As president, Dr. Krebs will be responsible for continuing to enhance Schiller's academic experience; to attract more students from countries around the world; to grow the student body; and to strengthen the university's program offering.
"Dr. Krebs’ background and experience are well-suited to drive the growth and further enhance the academic program of Schiller International University," said John Torell, Schiller’s Board Chair. "His proven operational expertise will provide us with an excellent skill set on which to grow domestically and internationally."
Dr. Krebs joins Schiller International from Kaplan Higher Education Corporation, where as Regional Vice President for Operatons – New England Region, he was responsible for operational and profitability oversight of regionally and nationally accredited colleges with enrollment approaching 8,000 students. His direct reports included college presidents, executive vice presidents and the regional vice president for admissions and marketing.
Prior to Kaplan, Dr. Krebs was Senior Vice President for Administration and Development of Berkeley College, New York and New Jersey. In this role he served as Chief Operating Officer for the New York State locations and Chief Development Officer of the Berkeley College system which included three campuses in New York, four in New Jersey and the Online campus. His responsibilities included all campus operations, administration and development. Prior to this role, Dr. Krebs was the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Campus Operating Officer for the New York campuses.
Previous to Berkeley College, Dr. Krebs served as the Director of Academic, Computing and Instructional Technology for Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut. He was also a Professor of Chemistry.
Dr. Krebs earned his Ph.D. from Duke University in Organic Chemistry. His bachelor's degree was earned at the University of Pennsylvania in Chemistry.