“It is the place that, quite literally, changed my life. “It was my privilege to serve Lee University for 28 years after my 4 years as an undergraduate student,” said Cook. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in higher education administration at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

He earned a Master of Divinity at the Church of God School of Theology and his Bachelor of Science in business from Lee. Most recently, Cook served as the vice president for enrollment, where he was responsible for admissions, financial aid, graduate enrollment, international students, Kingdom Players, and veterans affairs. He served at the university from 1993–2021, and his tenure in the Office of Admissions began in 1997. He and his wife Tonya, both Lee alums, began their service at Lee as resident directors. He embodies Lee in so many ways, and for him to address our graduates is a true honor for them and the university.”Ĭook has been a part of the Lee University family for more than 30 years. To have Phil Cook as our commencement speaker only adds to this special day. “It is a wonderful time of celebration for our students and their families, and for us as an institution. “We are excited once again to be able to host our traditional commencement exercises,” said Dr.

Phil Cook will deliver the commencement address at Lee University’s summer ceremony on Saturday, July 31, at 10:30 a.m.

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