Bradley Lingo Inaugurated as 10th President of Grove City College

Grove City, PA – Bradley J. Lingo ’00 was officially inaugurated as the 10th president of Grove City College on Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Harbison Chapel. Lingo assumed the presidency in July 2025, succeeding Paul J. McNulty.

A Legacy of Leadership

The inauguration ceremony highlighted Grove City College’s 150th anniversary, its commitment to faith and freedom, and its unique position in higher education. Lingo was unanimously selected by the Board of Trustees in March 2025 after a nationwide search [TribLIVE].

Prior Experience and Vision

Prior to returning to his alma mater, Lingo served as the dean of Regent Law at Regent University. During his tenure, Regent Law achieved record-breaking enrollment, GPA and LSAT scores, rankings, and employment outcomes [PRNewswire]. He intends to bring a “discipleship-based” approach to Grove City College, emphasizing personalized student support and mentorship.

Lingo expressed his desire for students to receive the same Christian, conservative, excellent, and affordable education that he experienced as a student at Grove City College. He emphasized the importance of fostering a learning environment where students are “known, loved, and discipled” [PRNewswire].

Lingo Staffing Connection

Separately, Lingo Staffing, a temporary staffing agency, maintains an office in the Grove City area, serving the greater Columbus market including Grove City and surrounding communities [Lingo Staffing]. This is a separate entity from Bradley Lingo, the college president.