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Trustee Hurt joins Cecil College Board of Trustees

Published on May 14, 2025

The image shows four people standing together in a formal setting, likely for an award or recognition ceremony. On the left, a man in a dark blue plaid suit with a burgundy tie stands with his hands at his sides. Next to him, a woman with shoulder-length blonde hair is wearing a navy blue blazer over a patterned blouse. To her right, a man holding a certificate smiles broadly; he is dressed in a dark suit with a white shirt and patterned tie. The certificate is prominently displayed, featuring a gold seal. On the far right, another woman wearing a coral blazer over a white top is smiling. The background features a deep blue wall with a decorative emblem and an American flag partially visible.

Seen here from left: Chair of the Cecil College Board of Trustees Raymond W. Hamm, Jr.; Cecil College President Dr. Mary Way Bolt; Cecil College Trustee Todd Hurt; and Vice Chair of the Cecil College Board of Trustees Kathleen Kunda.

NORTH EAST, Md: Cecil College proudly announces the appointment of Todd Anthony Hurt to its esteemed Board of Trustees. A 2016 graduate of Cecil College and a proud Veteran of the United States Air Force, Mr. Hurt brings with him a deep-rooted commitment to both education and community service. His appointment highlights the importance of Veteran representation in leadership roles, particularly within educational institutions that have long served as “gateways to opportunity for military personnel and their families.”

Mr. Hurt’s connection to Cecil College runs deep. He is not only an alumnus but also a passionate advocate for the institution’s mission and values. He first attended Cecil College as an adult student using the GI Bill, later earning a degree in Business Management before transferring to the University of Maryland, University College (now University of Maryland Global Campus), where he completed a degree in Business Administration in 2018. Reflecting on his journey, Mr. Hurt said, “Cecil College is a wonderful place for Veterans like myself. It enabled me to get the college degree I needed to be successful in life and led to me taking that next big step.”

Currently residing in Port Deposit and serving as a Department of the Army civilian at Aberdeen Proving Ground for the Communications Electronics Command, Mr. Hurt brings a wealth of professional experience to the Board. His military background, combined with his time as a contractor with the Army Test Center, underscores his disciplined, mission-driven approach, qualities that align closely with the College’s structured “support systems for Veterans and non-traditional students,” according to Mr. Hurt.

Mr. Hurt’s relationship with Cecil College began years ago when Dr. Mary Way Bolt, now President of the College and then one of his first instructors, helped guide his academic path. “It is an honor to become a member of the Cecil College Board of Trustees. There are definitely some big shoes to fill, and I look forward to working with everyone to improve on what great accomplishments the College has already achieved,” he said.

A lifelong resident of Cecil County, aside from his four years of service in the U.S. Air Force, Mr. Hurt is a Perryville High School graduate, youth football coach, and active community leader. He has coached in Perryville Little League, at Perryville High School, where the team reached the state finals, and continues to support athletics, including his daughter’s travel softball team. His deep community ties and belief in the value of local education underscore his vision for the College’s role. “Cecil College plays a huge role as a first choice for students out of high school and for non-traditional students looking to improve their lives,” he said. “As a parent and a coach, I can spread the knowledge of what Cecil College has and how it can benefit others.”

Family, military, and athletics are cornerstones of Mr. Hurt’s life, and these values will undoubtedly shape his contributions as a trustee. With his wife, Adrianne, and their children, Ashlynn, Trent, and Hunter, by his side, he is eager to give back to the college that helped launch his journey. Through his new role, he hopes to ensure other Veterans see Cecil College as a place where they, too, can thrive and find success.