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West Virginia University has appointed Beverly Wendland, a distinguished cell biologist and academic leader with extensive experience at Washington University in St. Louis and Johns Hopkins University, as its new provost and vice president for academic affairs, aiming to enhance academic excellence and research at the university.
Dr. Ray Jayawardhana, a renowned astrophysicist and academic leader, has been appointed as Caltech's tenth president, starting July 1, 2026, bringing a strong background in research, administration, and public engagement to advance the institute's mission of fundamental research and exploration.
The University of Florida Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Donald W. Landry, a renowned Columbia University medical researcher and leader, as interim president starting September 1, 2025, pending confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors. Landry is celebrated for his extensive research, leadership in academia, and numerous accolades, including the Presidential Citizens Medal.
Stanford University has announced Jonathan Levin, the current dean of the graduate business school, as its new president. Levin, an economist with a long history at the university, is seen as a stabilizing force during politically tumultuous times, including controversies over scientific research and protests related to the Israel-Hamas conflict. The selection committee emphasized Levin's distinguished academic record, deep familiarity with Stanford's culture, and integrity as key factors in his appointment.
Jonathan Levin, a Stanford alum and dean of the Stanford Graduate School of Business, has been appointed as the 13th president of Stanford University, effective August 1, 2024. He is praised for his academic and leadership success, analytical prowess, and collaborative working style. Levin, a distinguished economist, has been a member of the Stanford faculty since 2000 and has a track record of academic excellence and public service. His appointment follows a comprehensive seven-month search process conducted by the Presidential Search Committee, which highlighted his impressive academic credentials, leadership as dean, and personal qualities.