Robert L. McLendon Jr.
Robert L. McLendon Jr. was an American academic, and the former president of St. Johns River Community College based in Palatka, Florida. He served as the president from 1972 to 2008, and his 36 year tenure made him one of the longest-serving presidents in the history of the Florida Community Colleges System. McLendon was instrumental in transitioning the school from a community college to a state college, leading it to becoming St. Johns River State College, as well as developing two more campuses in Orange Park and St. Augustine. McLendon graduated with his bachelor's degree from Florida Southern College. He received his master's degree and doctorate from Florida State University. McLendon had previously served as vice-president and dean of academic affairs at SJRCC before he was appointed president.
Robert McLendon | |
|---|---|
| President of St. Johns River Community College | |
| In office 1972 – November 1, 2008 | |
| Preceded by | Dr. LaPradd |
| Succeeded by | Joe Pickens |
| Personal details | |
| Alma mater | Florida State Florida Southern |
He died on April 26, 2022, at the age of 84.[1]