Dr. CJ Wurster is a first-generation college student who earned his Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Master's in Administration/Project Management through Northern Arizona University. His Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice was earned through Rochester Institute of Technology, where he was also captain of the men’s basketball team. He is a graduate of The Chair Academy and the AACC John E. Roueche Future Leaders Institute.

CJ has been with the Maricopa County Community College District since 2010, and he currently serves as the Interim President at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. Prior to his current role, he has served MCCCD in various leadership roles such as Vice President of Academic Affairs at Phoenix College; and Executive Director, Associate Dean, and Dean at GateWay Community College. CJ is also an active Adjunct Faculty at Phoenix College and GateWay Community College, and a Faculty Associate at Arizona State University.

CJ is originally from central New York, and has lived in the Phoenix area for over 20 years, and over 10 of those years have been spent living in Gilbert. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife Kara and daughters Grace and Reagan. He also enjoys participating in endurance sports, such as distance running and triathlons

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