Provided by Rhodes State College

The 2025 Rhodes State College Outstanding Alumni Award recipient is Marc Augsburger, a 1988 graduate of the former Lima Technical College, now Rhodes State College, with a degree in Nursing. Marc has dedicated over 36 years to advancing rural healthcare. Marc furthered his education with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Wright State University in 2002, an MBA with a Healthcare emphasis from Baker College of Graduate Studies in 2006, a Customer Experience Post Graduate Certificate from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside in 2021, and most recently, a Rural Hospital CEO Certification from the National Rural Hospital Association in 2024.

Born and raised in Bluffton, Ohio, Marc began his healthcare journey immediately after high school as a clinical nurse, gaining experience in cardiac stepdown units, special care units, emergency departments, and as a helicopter flight nurse for eight years.

He transitioned into nursing management, where he successfully led emergency departments of varying sizes in both Ohio and Michigan. (See 15 minutes with... for more about Marc's Bluffton roots.)

Marc's pursuit of excellence propelled him into executive leadership roles, beginning as Vice President of Operations at Caro Community Hospital (CCH) in Michigan. In 2009, he accepted the challenge of serving as President and CEO of Horn Memorial Hospital in Iowa. Returning to CCH as President and CEO in 2013, Marc guided the hospital's acquisition by McLaren Healthcare in 2018.  

Since March 2021, Marc has led Edgerton Hospital and Health Services (EHHS) in Wisconsin as CEO. Under his guidance, EHHS has seen remarkable growth, highlighted by a $3.8 million Governor’s Healthcare Infrastructure grant in 2022.

Marc’s leadership extends beyond hospital walls. An active Rotarian, he has served as president in Iowa and Michigan, president-elect in Wisconsin, and held district leadership roles. He maintains strong ties with hospital associations, currently serving on the Wisconsin Hospital Association’s Information Center Board and Public Policy Council, and previously representing hospitals on the American Hospital Association’s Region 5 Policy Board.

Marc’s profound impact on rural healthcare and his lifelong commitment to serving communities embody the values and spirit of Rhodes State College.

Reflecting on his career, Marc credits Lima Technical College as the cornerstone of his professional journey, stating, "The decision to complete the nursing program at Lima Technical College was one of the best decisions I've ever made. It truly set my healthcare work career in stone, providing great faculty, valuable clinical experiences, and opening doors to opportunities I could have only dreamed of."

ABOUT THE AWARD
Since 1988, each year, Rhodes State College has recognized one alumnus who has been exemplary in their career, service to community, and to the College with the Outstanding Alumni Award. To date, the College has recognized 37 such outstanding graduates, representing 19 of the College’s degrees including health sciences, technology, engineering and human service.

In addition, the Alumni Circle of Excellence was established in 2018, and recognizes Associate Degree graduates of Rhodes State College and Lima Technical College who are doing exceptional work in their career field, commun and for the College.

The 2025 Rhodes State Alumni Circle of Excellence inductees include:

Mr. Corey Foster, Associate of Technical Studies, Corrections – 1993

Deputy Warden of Special Services, Allen Oakwood Correctional Institution

Mr. Joel Harris, Associate of Applied Science, Respiratory Care – 1986

Coordinator, Healthcare Technology & Simulations, Rhodes State College

Mr. Michael Rex, Associate of Applied Business, Accounting – 1977

Former Dean, Division of Business & Public Safety, Rhodes State College

These honorees, along with the Outstanding Alumni Award Recipient, will be recognized at the Outstanding Alumni Dinner on May 2 at 5:30 p.m. in the Keese Hall Multipurpose Center on Rhodes State’s campus. Marc Augsburger will also be honored and give remarks at the 2025 Rhodes State Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 3, at 10:00 a.m.