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Robert J. (R.J.) Nemer, president of Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÊ×Ò³

Robert J. (R.J.) Nemer

19th President of The University of Akron

Robert J. (R.J.) Nemer, took office as the 19th president of Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÊ×Ò³ on May 15, 2024. He previously served as the dean of the Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÊ×Ò³ College of Business.

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Our Vision

Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²ÊÊ×Ò³ will be a leading public research university with an unsurpassed commitment to community engagement with a great American legacy city, Akron. We will:

  • Be an opportunity university for all types of learners.
  • Be known as a willing and constructive partner for business, government and the non-profit sector.
  • Be an institution of innovation willing to invest in unique approaches that increase opportunity for students and reduce costs.
  • Be a diverse, equitable and inclusive university.
  • Sponsor an array of superb academic programs relevant to the future.
  • Make and keep promises to our students, ourselves and this community.