Blackburn College has named Dr. John Comerford its 16th president, effictive July 1, 2013. Dr. Comerford succeeds Miriam Pride, who has served at President of Blackburn for 22years and is retiring.

He was introduced to the campus community on Friday, November 30 by Blackburn College Search Committee Chair and Boad of Trustees Chair Ed Young.

Dr. Comerford currently serves as Vice President for Institutional Advancement at Westminster College in Missouri. His duties at Westminster include responsibility for fundraising, marketing, event management, and alumni relations.