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”UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Fotis Sotiropoulos, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), will serve as Penn State’s next executive vice president and provost, effective Aug. 11.
A world-renowned researcher in computational fluid dynamics, Sotiropoulos brings more than 35 years of experience in higher education as a professor, scholar and senior academic leader. Since joining VCU in 2021, he has led a series of forward-looking initiatives aimed at preparing learners of all backgrounds for the future of work, advancing student and faculty success, championing excellence, and cultivating a culture of transdisciplinary innovation. His leadership approach has been rooted in empowering faculty and staff to surface bold ideas and develop pioneering solutions that position institutions for long-term success.
“I could not be more thrilled to welcome Fotis Sotiropoulos back to our Penn State community. Fotis is a forward-thinking leader and scientist who is prepared to help us deliver the highest value to students, create an environment that provides opportunities for growth and empowerment for all faculty and staff, and uphold and advance our university’s mission,” said Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi. “We are in a time of transformative change where we must adapt in order to continue to offer the best student experiences, meet the challenges facing higher education, and support our faculty and staff in their professional endeavors — so they in turn can support our students. Fotis cares deeply about Penn State and has the ability to bring people and perspectives together in support of our greater purpose.”
Sotiropoulos, a Penn State alumnus, was selected following a national search led by an 18-member committee, co-chaired by Michael Wade Smith, senior vice president and chief of staff, and Marie Hardin, dean of the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, with assistance from the search firm WittKieffer.“
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VCU. OBVIOUSLY.
, Rhoades put in a good word.
”UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Fotis Sotiropoulos, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), will serve as Penn State’s next executive vice president and provost, effective Aug. 11.
A world-renowned researcher in computational fluid dynamics, Sotiropoulos brings more than 35 years of experience in higher education as a professor, scholar and senior academic leader. Since joining VCU in 2021, he has led a series of forward-looking initiatives aimed at preparing learners of all backgrounds for the future of work, advancing student and faculty success, championing excellence, and cultivating a culture of transdisciplinary innovation. His leadership approach has been rooted in empowering faculty and staff to surface bold ideas and develop pioneering solutions that position institutions for long-term success.
“I could not be more thrilled to welcome Fotis Sotiropoulos back to our Penn State community. Fotis is a forward-thinking leader and scientist who is prepared to help us deliver the highest value to students, create an environment that provides opportunities for growth and empowerment for all faculty and staff, and uphold and advance our university’s mission,” said Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi. “We are in a time of transformative change where we must adapt in order to continue to offer the best student experiences, meet the challenges facing higher education, and support our faculty and staff in their professional endeavors — so they in turn can support our students. Fotis cares deeply about Penn State and has the ability to bring people and perspectives together in support of our greater purpose.”
Sotiropoulos, a Penn State alumnus, was selected following a national search led by an 18-member committee, co-chaired by Michael Wade Smith, senior vice president and chief of staff, and Marie Hardin, dean of the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, with assistance from the search firm WittKieffer.“
Fotis Sotiropoulos named Penn State’s executive vice president and provost following a national search | Penn State University
Fotis Sotiropoulos, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), will serve as Penn State’s next executive vice president and provost, effective Aug. 11.
www.psu.edu
VCU. OBVIOUSLY.
, Rhoades put in a good word.
