University of Evansville Mourns Loss of President Emeritus Dr. James S. Vinson

University of Evansville mourns loss of President Emeritus Dr. James S. Vinson

Dr. Vinson was UE's 21st president from 1987 to 2001.

University of Evansville Mourns the Passing of President Emeritus Dr. James S. Vinson | City-County Observer

EVANSVILLE, IND. The University of Evansville is deeply saddened to share the passing of Dr. James S. Vinson, the institution’s 21st president, who led the university with vision and integrity from 1987 to 2001. Dr. Vinson passed away on June 27, 2025, at the age of 84. Dr. Vinson took office during a pivotal time in the University’s 170-year history, following a national search that drew more than 150 applicants. Then serving as vice president f

Former UE president Vinson led with 'vison and integrity,' university says