“Larry’s work at FHSU has always been marked by his energy, his intelligence, and his commitment to student success. But most important has been his emphasis on our making changes so that an FHSU education would work better for students. He is deeply committed to using education to help students make their lives culturally richer and financially more prosperous. No one has been more important to the success of FHSU over the last 20 years than Larry.”
— Paul Faber, Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
“Fort Hays State University and the Kansas Regents System would not be where they are today without the vision and leadership of Larry Gould. He has driven innovation in distance education, international programming, and assessment. Governors, regents, administrators, and faculty have all depended on Larry. He has been a capable administrator and good friend.”
— Mark Bannister, Dean, College of Business and Entrepreneurship
“Larry’s undeniable mark has been left on more than a generation of faculty members and leaders at Fort Hays. I’ve had the greatest leadership lab experience anyone could ask for. Larry’s calm diplomacy, reasoned arguments, spirit of innovation, and patience of process continues to impact my thought and action everyday. Personally, Larry’s friendship and mentorship has, without question, shaped me into a better person with a passion to serve the common good and to advocate for faculty and students constantly.”
— Chris Crawford, Interim Provost
“Larry Gould….Mr. International. His vision for putting Hays on the map internationally has placed FHSU in a good position today and into the future. His students admire him all over the world.”
— Cindy Elliott, Assistant Provost for Strategic Partnerships
“I have known Dr. Gould since 1981, when he interviewed at FHSU and I was a Junior in Political Science. He ranks as one of the best professors I ever had. As Larry climbed through the administrative ranks at FHSU from Dean to Provost, he showed all of us how to lead transformational change in a university. FHSU is a much better place today because of Larry.”
— Joe Aistrup, Dean, College of Liberal Arts, Auburn University
“Larry’s vision and support have made him the single most significant professional influence in my life. He was part of all the best opportunities I have had at FHSU. I will always be grateful for the positive impact he has had on my career in higher education.”
— Shala Mills, Chair, Department of Political Science
“Dr. Gould always made time for me as he does everyone. He didn’t treat me like a faculty member, he treated me like a son.”
— Jeff Burnett, Faculty, Health and Human Performance
“FHSU has benefited in countless ways from Dr. Gould’s entrepreneurial spirit and vision of higher education. His commitment to faculty, students, and the people of Kansas is unparalleled. Working with Dr. Gould has tremendously shaped my professional development and I will truly miss his leadership.”
— Jennifer Bonds-Raacke, Chair, Department of Psychology
Dr. Lawrence V. Gould 