Rochester Christian University has selected Reggies Wenyika to serve as its next president, following a nationwide search.

Wenyika served as president of Ottawa University Kansas from 2018 to 2024 and from 2014 to 2018, he was president of Southwestern Christian University in Bethany, Oklahoma.

“I’m deeply honored and excited for the journey ahead. I look forward to working together as we strive to elevate RCU to new heights,” Wenyika said. “This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with the entire university community of students, faculty, staff, alumni, friends and partners as we collectively enhance the student experience, and foster innovation through a vibrant and values-driven transformative campus culture. Together, we can continue to make RCU a destination for many, from the region, nation and beyond.”

He earned his Doctor of Education degree from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma and is currently pursuing another doctorate in ethnomedicine and indigenous knowledge systems from Chinhoyi University of Technology in Zimbabwe. He also holds degrees from Southwestern Christian University, Logos University and the University of Zimbabwe.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Wenyika to the RCU family,” said Richard Watson, chair of the RCU board of trustees. “His unwavering commitment to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and student success aligns perfectly with our mission and vision for the future. He is a transformative leader in Christian higher education, and we look forward to working together to help our institution continue to thrive.”

He will replace Brian Stogner who resigned last year to become president of the Michigan School of Psychology in Farmington Hills.

Wenyika will assume the RCU presidency on June 1.