From UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN STEVENS POINT
Thomas Gibson, who served as Vice President for Student Affairs and Vice Provost at Bowling Green State University, has been named the 15th chancellor of UW–Stevens Point.
The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents this week unanimously approved Dr. Gibson’s appointment, following a recommendation made by a selection committee. He will assume the leadership post Jan. 11, 2021.
He was hired as Vice President for Student Affairs and Vice Provost at Bowling Green State in July 2016. In that role, he served as an advocate for the academic and social development of students, devised policies for student success, and advised the president and provost on student issues. He has overseen the Dean of Students office; residence life; diversity, equity and inclusion; student health, wellness and recreation; the women’s center, Title IX, and Clery reporting; and Greek life.
He succeeds Bernie Patterson, who will retire Dec. 31 after serving as chancellor since 2010.
Previously, Gibson was associate vice president of student affairs at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind.; associate dean for student development at York College, City University of New York in New York City; and employed in other roles at York College. Gibson has held numerous other positions related to student success in higher education.
“I am honored to have this opportunity to serve as the 15th chancellor at UW-Stevens Point,” he said. “UW-Stevens Point has a rich history and culture, and dedicated students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community leaders that I am looking forward to joining.”
“Dr. Gibson brings a breadth of experience that has equipped him to lead in a number of areas that are important to UWSP right now, including fund raising and making our campuses more diverse, equitable, and inclusive. As a student affairs professional who also served as Vice Provost at Bowling Green State University, he is well placed to foster increased collaboration between Student Affairs and Academic Affairs,” said Professor of English Mary Bowman, vice chair of the Search and Screen Committee.
