EdR (NYSE: EDR), one of the nation's largest developers, owners and managers of collegiate housing, today announced promotions for several key executives: Scott P. Casey to Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer; J. Drew Koester to Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer; Christine J. Richards to Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer; Matthew S. Fulton to Vice President of Operations; and Joshua J. Wilson to Vice President of Development.

"This group has a long tenure with EdR and their talents, accomplishments and contributions to our success are valuable assets," said Randy Churchey, president and chief executive officer of Education Realty Trust. "We are fortunate to have them on our team to help grow our company even more in the years to come."

About EdR

EdR (NYSE:EDR) is one of America's largest owners, developers and managers of collegiate housing. EdR is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust that owns or manages 61 communities in 23 states with over 34,700 beds within more than 11,200 units. For more information please visit the company's web site at www.educationrealty.com.

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EdR
Randall H. Brown, 901-259-2500
Executive Vice President, CFO & Treasurer
rbrown@EdRtrust.com
or
Susan Jennings, 901-259-2506
Public Relations
sjennings@EdRtrust.com