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NORTH EAST, Md. – Cecil College has been a beacon of hope to students and employers in Cecil County and the surrounding region for more than half a century under the guidance of dedicated community members that comprise its board of trustees. Their leadership has enabled Cecil College to thrive while taking on policies and initiatives which enhance both students and the community.

This stewardship continues as Cecil County attorney Cameron A. Brown has been tapped to become the board’s newest member. Brown will receive the baton from Michael J. Scibinico II, who has announced his retirement this spring.

“I am thrilled to have been offered this leadership opportunity. The College is creating pathways for folks to develop skills and apply them within our community. These opportunities improve the quality of life for everyone who lives in Cecil County,” said Brown.

Brown is no stranger to the success of Cecil College, having served on the Foundation Board of Trustees since 2013 and as the Chair of that board for the past 18 months. As a native of Cecil County and a graduate of Elkton High School, Brown has seen first-hand how the College helped members of the community succeed.

“I believe in the philosophy that a rising tide lifts all boats. Cecil College’s opportunities, the education, and the skills you learn are priceless. We are not only providing the opportunity for students to earn an associate degree on their way to a bachelor’s degree, but we are providing workforce-ready training in the skilled trades and certification for individuals who want to advance in their current careers,” said Brown. “If I am going to devote my time to something, education and opportunity for people here in Cecil County is a pretty worthwhile cause.”

At the age of 43, with two teenage stepsons, Brown brings his insight to what the younger generation is experiencing. As an attorney in Elkton, he sees where the prospect for a better life lies within the community. Through his personal experiences, he has become an advocate for finding practical solutions to complex problems by uncovering the middle ground that is best for everyone.

Brown values education together with his wife, Nicole, who works for the Cecil County Public School as an elementary school guidance counselor.

“The value of what Cecil College has to offer is incredible. There is a measurable value when you compare Cecil’s students coming out of their freshman year without the price tag of the four-year university,” said Brown.

After Elkton High School, Brown enrolled at Elon College in North Carolina. He then graduated from Widener University’s School of Law and began practicing law in Elkton. Ultimately, he realized the cost associated with a four-year college wasn’t practical for many students in today’s world. “It’s unfortunate that the costs associated with the traditional college experience have grown so prohibitive, but that cost should not be a barrier to education and achievement,” said Brown, “and that’s where the value in institutions like Cecil College really lays.”