President Gregory L. Fenves | Office of the President

“I see Emory as a university that leads . . . that doesn’t wait for others to clear a path. Being innovative and inventive isn’t an aspiration, it is an expectation at Emory.”
Gregory L. Fenves President, Emory University

Meet President Fenves

One Emory: Ambition and Heart is a strategic framework that will guide Emory into a bold future. It is focused on strengthening all of Emory’s nine schools, making the university an unparalleled destination for education, elevating Emory’s world-class academic health system, and recommitting to Emory staff and the city of Atlanta.

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An Inspiring Vision for 2036

Emory’s 2036 campaign looks forward to the institution Emory will be—“a research university without equal,” in the words of President Gregory L. Fenves—at its bicentennial 15 years from now. Addressing faculty, staff, and students during the campaign launch, the president pledges that Emory will “forge partnerships with our supporters and donors around the world to invest in you, our people, who will shape our destiny while broadcasting the Emory story with pride.”

Student Flourishing

Our students prepare for a lifelong journey of transformation, contribution, and service.

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Faculty Eminence

Our faculty change the world as scientists and researchers, authors and thought leaders.

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Research Excellence

Our research saves lives, forges partnerships, and drives discoveries across the globe.

A Podcast about Big Ideas

In his podcast series, President Fenves asks Emory experts big questions about society, the challenges we face, and the unexpected, bold, ambitious, and brave solutions they’ve discovered.

Listen to One Big Question

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Messages and Speeches

Nov 13: Provost Search and Interim Provost Announcement

“Emory has launched a national search for the university’s provost and executive vice president for academic affairs. Our goal is to have this key leader in place by summer 2025—before the next academic year begins."

Oct 14: Leadership Announcement

“Dr. Ravi Bellamkonda will leave Emory at the conclusion of this fall semester to become the next executive vice president and provost of The Ohio State University."

Aug 28: First Day of Class

“The fall semester is underway, and our campuses are bustling with activity. I am delighted to see so many familiar faces and it has been a pleasure to meet our newest undergraduates in Atlanta and Oxford — the Class of 2028 — and their families during move-in and orientation week..."

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Gregory L. Fenves, President, Emory University