The University of the South THE 17TH VICE-CHANCELLOR AMBASSADOR REUBEN E. BRIGETY II The University of the South celebrates the election of Ambassador Reuben E. Brigety II as Sewanee's 17th vice-chancellor and president. He is a native Southerner whose life and distinguished career have taken him from the U.S. Naval Academy to the University of Cambridge, and from Africa to Washington, D.C. In selecting Ambassador Brigety to serve as vice-chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor Search Committee found that he is uniquely positioned, as he put it, to “bring Sewanee to the world and the world to Sewanee.” Explore this site to learn more about Vice-Chancellor-elect Brigety and his vision for Sewanee. READ THE ANNOUNCEMENT Reuben E. Brigety II, dean of the Elliott School of International Affairs at The George Washington University and former U.S. ambassador to the African Union, has been elected by the Board of Trustees as the University’s 17th vice-chancellor. VIEW ANNOUNCEMENT ENJOY INSIGHTS FROM THE NEXT VICE-CHANCELLOR Reuben Brigety reflects on some of Sewanee's distinguishing characteristics, shares his vision for Sewanee's future, and discusses his plans to be a student-focused leader and his passion for helping young people find their places in the world. WATCH THE VIDEOS VIEW HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE DAY See Vice-Chancellor-elect Brigety’s introduction, watch his remarks, and browse photos of this historic and celebratory day as Sewanee welcomes its 17th vice-chancellor and president. SEE THE HIGHLIGHTS READ COMMENTS FROM REUBEN BRIGETY’S COLLEAGUES Vice-Chancellor-elect Brigety has spent his life in public service, including as an ambassador and the last five years as dean. His colleagues—from across his academic, policy, and military career—share their thoughts about why Sewanee is fortunate to have him on the Mountain. READ COMMENTS MORE ABOUT SEWANEE VICE-CHANCELLOR SEARCH COMMITTEE FINDING SEWANEE'S 17TH VICE-CHANCELLOR AND PRESIDENT The Vice-Chancellor and President Search Committee consists of 17 members drawn from across the extended Sewanee community. It was led by Chair Joe DeLozier and Vice Chair Margaret McLarty. MEET THE COMMITTEE THE SEWANEE PLEDGE PLAN TO DO SOMETHING COOL. WE'LL COVER THE REST. Sewanee guarantees funding for a summer internship or research fellowship, a semester-long study abroad opportunity at no additional tuition cost, and the ability to graduate with one major in four years. Of course, you will have to do your part. If you meet Sewanee’s academic and social expectations, these opportunities are guaranteed. OUR PROMISE Next In This Section VICE-CHANCELLOR BRIGETY BEGINS HIS TENURE ANNOUNCEMENT HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE DAY COMMENTS FROM COLLEAGUES INSIGHTS IN THIS SECTION The University of the South 735 University Avenue, Sewanee TN 37383 931.598.1000 Social Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin Youtube Flickr PRIVACY LIBRARY TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY REGISTRAR TRAVELING TO SEWANEE CALENDARS DIRECTORY OFFICES WORK AT SEWANEE Sewanee Cares 2019 NOVEL CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) ACADEMIC SUPPORT WELLNESS SERVICES & ACCESSIBILITY EQUITY & NON-DISCRIMINATION RESPECT, CONSENT, & TITLE IX SUBSTANCE USE & ABUSE SAFETY & SECURITY SCHOOL OF LETTERS SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY © THE UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH 2021