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William Roy McCutcheon, President of Seneca College from 1984 – 1992
2nd President of Seneca College
In office
1984–1992
Preceded by William Thomson Newnham
Succeeded by Steve Quinlan
Personal details
Born (1929-07-31)July 31, 1929
Died July 30, 2019(2019-07-30) (aged 89)
Nationality Canadian
Occupation Academic Administrator
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William Roy McCutcheon (born July 31, 1929 – died July 30, 2019) was an important Canadian educator. He was the second president of Seneca College, a big school in Canada. He led the college for eight years, from 1984 to 1992.

Who Was Roy McCutcheon?

Roy McCutcheon was born in 1929. He spent his life working in education. Being a college president is a very important job. It means you are in charge of the whole school. You help make decisions about what students learn and how the college grows.

Leading Seneca College

Mr. McCutcheon became the president of Seneca College in 1984. He followed the first president, William Thomson Newnham. During his time as president, he helped guide the college. He worked to make sure students had good learning experiences. He also helped the college become a better place for everyone.

Retirement and Legacy

In 1991, President McCutcheon announced he would retire. He finished his work as president in early 1992. After he left, Steve Quinlan became the third president of Seneca College. Roy McCutcheon passed away on July 30, 2019. He died just one day before his 90th birthday. He is remembered for his dedication to education and his leadership at Seneca College.

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