Introducing David R. Harris: The 19th President of Union College

Learn more about David R. Harris, most recently the chief academic officer of Tufts University. Hear about his journey through higher education and how he came to Union.

[@goskilf]

170 years ahead of the curve in engineering? I think that run ended when Hull masterminded the demise of the civil engineering program. Maybe we will see a return back to the basics that laid the foundation for Union to become that successfully integrated school of Liberal Arts with Engineering?

[@tootall2424]

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[@gregorymidland7435]

An inspiring move that seems like it will benefit the entire Union community. Congratulations, Dr. Harris, and everyone involved with this selection.

[@corneliajones4391]

A very dynamic choice to bring Union to the next level of excellence! Welcome Dr. and Mrs. Harris and your family!

[@stevetime_99]

Congratulations. Excited to have you, David, join our Union Community. Awesome selection by the search committee. Steve - BSME '82

[@vanhubbard5253]

Great insight and vision for the future

[@vw7040]

Congratulations and Best Luck to you Mr. Harris!

[@georgevanwert3719]

Congratulations, Dr. Harris! I applaud the search committee - a wonderful and thoughtful choice for Union. The Ainlay's are a challenging act to follow, but Dr. Harris appears to have the credentials and personality to continue the progressive momentum.

[@jennybateacher]

What a wonderful choice for the future of our institution! Congratulations. I believe that Dr. Harris will be a great collaborator for a wonderful new chapter of our story.

[@annecassidy4448]

Welcome to Union, Dr. Harris! So glad to have you join the Union and Schenectady communities! I hope you and your family enjoy Union, and I join other Union alumni in looking forward to working with you to build a better Union for all. Congratulations on your appointment, congratulations to the search committee for selecting Dr. Harris to lead us forward. Anne - BA, ‘74

[@karaool]

When I first read his description of free speech (in its purest form), I thought he was all about banning SJW protests and Antifa from his campus. I was wrong! See for yourselves: www.madnesshub.com/2019/04/i-oppose-free-speech-on-college.html

[@kevinbarhydt7741]

Welcome aboard!

[@larkmacgregor3143]

An exciting choice - and his commitment to the excellence of the faculty will keep standards at Union high. Welcome, Dr. Harris - I hope a long and successful tenure awaits you!