Kevin Gillespie (academic)
C. Kevin Gillespie S.J. was the 27th president of Saint Joseph's University, from July 1, 2012 to 2015.[1] He replaced former president Timothy R. Lannon. Gillespie graduated from St. Joe's in 1972 and is native to the Philadelphia area.
C. Kevin Gillespie | |
|---|---|
| President of St. Joseph's Univserity | |
| In office 2012–2015 | |
| Preceded by | John Smithson |
| Succeeded by | Mark Reed |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Saint Joseph's University Duquesne University Jesuit School of Theology Berkeley Boston University |
| Occupation | University president |
Early life and education
Gillespie received a bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Joseph's University as well as a master's degree in psychology from Duquesne University. He also received a master's degree in divinity from the Jesuit School of Theology Berkeley along with a Ph.D. in pastoral psychology from Boston University.
Career
Gillespie worked at Loyola University Chicago as the associate provost in the University Centers of Excellence.[2] Gillespie is the first alum to serve as university president in over a century.
Gillespie has been an active member of the Saint Joseph's University Board of Trustees since 2006.[3]
References
- "Saint Joseph's University Names Gillespie Its 27th President". Saint Joseph's University. 2011-11-10. Archived from the original on 2012-03-22. Retrieved 2012-02-28.
- Loyola University Chicago, (Staff Page) http://webapps.luc.edu/gpem/landingpages/index.cfm?jxnumber=jx150c
- "St. Joe's picks Loyola-Chicago official as president - Philly.com". Articles.philly.com. 2011-11-10. Retrieved 2014-05-07.