Minnesota North College names new president

A former senior administrator at Rainy River Community College in International Falls has been named the next president of Minnesota North College.

Jessalyn Sabin will take over from Michael Raich, who is retiring in June after serving in the position for the past five years.

Sabin was formerly interim Dean of Academics at what is now Minnesota North’s Rainy River campus between 2020 and 2021.

She currently serves as an academic dean for Minnesota North and campus director in Eveleth.

“Dr. Sabin is a proven leader in higher education,” states Scott Olson, chancellor of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, in a release.

“As a member of Minnesota North’s leadership team, she has built strong, supportive connections with the campuses of Minnesota North, as well as with employers and the communities of the Iron Range. She exhibits through her work great leadership traits and has the experience and expertise to assume the presidency of Minnesota North College.”

Minnesota North College operates five campuses, including the one in International Falls.