John Wright

During his 36 years at UFCJC, John Wright served as dean, executive associate dean, associate dean for graduate studies, graduate coordinator, and interim department chair — the only person to have served in all of those roles at the College. He retired from the College in 2018.

Wright served as interim dean in 2007 and was dean of the College from 2007-2012. During his watch, CJC began its partnership with the University Athletic Association, moving GatorVision headquarters into Weimer Hall.

After stepping down as dean in 2012, he became the College’s inaugural director of Sports Journalism and Communications, where he worked with Journalism Department Chair Ted Spiker to design the popular Sports and Media specialization. Wright also taught multimedia sports reporting,  created a sports podcasting class, and was a mentor to many students who had an interest in sports and media.