William Percy Hytche Sr., the former president of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore who was a national advocate of historically black colleges and universities, died yesterday morning of unknown causes at his home in Princess Anne. He was 78.
Under Dr. Hytche's leadership, the university added 32 degree programs at bachelor's, master's and doctorate levels, saw its student enrollment more than double to 3,200, and its campus expanded and beautified.
Freeman A. Hrabowski III, president of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, described Dr. Hytche as a mentor for himself and other younger educators.
"He understood what it meant to be educated and appreciated the power of education to transform lives," Dr. Hrabowski said, recalling Dr. Hytche's positive attitude, humor and smile.
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I hope that everyone sends their condolences to his son at TN State
I did not know Dr. Hytche but as an Oklhoman and graduate of an HBC, I am deeply grateful for his work. Tulsan
I did not know Dr. Hytche, but as an Oklahoman and graduate of an HBC, I am deeply grateful for his work. Tulsan
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