Kevin Gillespie (academic)

C. Kevin Gillespie
Born Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Residence U.S.
Nationality American
Alma mater Saint Joseph's University
Duquesne University
Jesuit School of Theology Berkeley
Boston University
Occupation University president
Employer Saint Joseph's University
Loyola University Chicago

C. Kevin Gillespie S.J. the 27th president Saint Joseph's University, took office on July 1, 2012.[1] He replaced former president Timothy R. Lannon. Gillespie graduated from St. Joe's in 1972 and is native to the Philadelphia area.

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

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