Howard University president steps down just two years into role
Ben Vinson III ends his two-year presidency to focus on family and research, with interim leader Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick appointed until a new president is selected.
- Howard University president Ben Vinson III announced he will leave his post on August 31, 2025, after nearly two years of service.
- Vinson's departure follows a sudden announcement shortly after the fall semester started, with no specific reason given by the Board of Trustees.
- Vinson reflected on his tenure as marked by growth in enrollment, donations, and academic ambitions focusing on AI, data science, and global engagement.
- He emphasized his enduring dedication to the health and achievements of the community and intends to spend time with his family while continuing his research.
- The Board appointed former president Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick as interim leader starting September 1, 2025, until a national search selects a permanent president.
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Howard President Steps Down, Former President Appointed Interim
Howard University president Ben Vinson III will step down Aug. 31, two years after assuming the role and two weeks after the start of fall classes, university officials announced Friday. Former Howard president Wayne A. I. Frederick will serve as interim president.
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Howard University will soon be on the hunt for a new university president for the second time in just two years. The school’s 18th president, Ben Vinson III, will step down on Aug. 31, the board of trustees announced Friday. His tenure was short-lived, as he stepped into the role just two years ago in September 2023. “It has been an honor to serve Howard,” Vinson said in The Dig, the university’s news hub. “At this point, I will be taking some…
Howard University president announces departure
By Ashleigh Fields Special to the AFRO Photo courtesy of Howard University Dr. Ben Vinson III will soon depart from his role as president of Howard University, just two years after being selected to lead the historically Black institution. Dr. Ben Vinson III is stepping down from his role as president of Howard University. Photo courtesy of Howard University Howard University officials announced that Vinson would step down from the role on Aug…
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