BSC Launches Accelerated Program in Data Science
Collecting and interpreting data is big business – and only growing bigger. Data is collected through apps, automobile technology, and even kitchen appliances that connect to the web. Now, BSC students – and Birmingham-area students and professionals – have the opportunity to study data science in an intensive program on the Hilltop.
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Associated Colleges of the South Statement on Recent ICE Policy Change for International Students
As presidents of the sixteen member institutions of the Associated Colleges of the South, we stand united in firm opposition to the recent policy change announced by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Announcing the Early Career Faculty Seminar Series and the Convocation Series
We recognize that COVID-19 has resulted in the cancelation of many professional conferences. In response, ACS is providing a virtual, peer-reviewed platform for early career faculty.
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ACS Colleges’ Statements
See ACS colleges’ statements in support of social justice, equity and Black Lives Matter.
New President Announced for Southwestern University
New President Announced for Southwestern University. Southwestern University Names Laura E. Skandera Trombley 16th President.
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University of the South Announces New President
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 the University of the South’s 17th vice-chancellor and president by the Board of Trustees.
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February 2020 ACS Newsletter
As the (relatively new) president of the Associated Colleges of the South, I send you greetings from Atlanta! I’ve been enjoying my campus visits and having the chance to meet many of you, and I look forward to a few more visits over the next two months.
Marc. C. Connor, Provost of Washington and Lee University, named president of Skidmore College
Marc C. Conner, provost of Washington and Lee University, innovative leader of interdisciplinary academic programs and longtime advocate of diversity and inclusion, has been named the eighth president of Skidmore College.
Centre College names Milton C. Moreland as its new president
Milton C. Moreland, provost and vice president of academic affairs at Rhodes College, has been selected to serve as the 21st president of Centre College.
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How to Host an ACS Meeting
Our short guide to hosting an ACS meeting is aimed at office managers and assistants who may be asked to arrange the details for ACS deans or presidents meetings.
Southwestern President Ed Burger to Depart
Edward Burger, president of Southwestern University since 2013, will step down effective January, 2020 to take a position in private industry. https://www.southwestern.edu/live/news/13523-edward-burger-steps-down-as-southwestern
Spelman Announces New CFO, Investment Officer
Dawn Alston, who has had a 20-year career at Spelman College, has been appointed chief financial officer and vice president for business and financial affairs, effective Sept. 1
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Sewanee’s McCardell Will Step Down
John M McCardell Jr., who has served since 2010 as vice-chancellor and president of the University of the South, has announced his plans to step down in July 2020 and return to the faculty. Read the full story at the Sewanee website.
Furman Dean of Faculty Ken Peterson Named VP for Academic Affairs and Provost
Ken Peterson, who has served as Dean of the Faculty at Furman University since February 2017, has been named Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, Furman President Elizabeth Davis announced today.
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Birmingham-Southern College Names Vice President for Enrollment Management
Trent Gilbert, vice president for enrollment management and communications at Monmouth College in Illinois, has been named Birmingham-Southern’s vice president for enrollment management, the college announced Monday, April 8.
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Stephanie Fabritius Named New ACS President
The Associated Colleges of the South has named Stephanie Fabritius, Ph.D., as its new president effective July 1, 2019. A distinguished citizen-leader, Dr. Fabritius is a professor of biology and has served as vice president for academic affairs and dean of Centre College for 12 years.
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