Columbus, OH – Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today congratulated The Ohio State University President Dr. E. Gordon Gee for ranking number one in Time magazine’s list of “The 10 Best College Presidents.”

“I am so proud that Dr. Gee received this significant distinction for his incredible leadership and the national prominence he brings to the university and our state,” Strickland said.  “Dr. Gee understands that for Ohio to succeed we must have the most educated, innovative workforce in the country, and that institutions of higher education and the business community partnering together are an important part of our plan to create jobs and lasting economic growth.”

“Dr. Gee has been a tremendous friend and collaborator as we have made unprecedented investments in higher education, made tuition more affordable for Ohio families, and created a University System of Ohio to ensure Ohio’s colleges and universities are aligned with the economic demands of our state.”