After 30 years in higher education, Vaughn Vandegrift becomes SIUE's chancellor

After 30 years in higher education, Vaughn Vandegrift becomes SIUE's chancellor

Vaughn Vandegrift

Vaughn Vandegrift, who has moved up through the ranks of higher education over the past 30 years, will become chancellor of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville July 1.

Vandegrift was appointed to the position by SIU President James E. Walker and approved by the Board of Trustees May 13 after a national search. Current SIUE Chancellor David Werner announced his retirement last October after 36 years of service to the University.

"Dr. Vandegrift has the right combination of skills and experience to guide SIUE into the future. I am confident that he will be the kind of leader we need at an important time in the development of SIUE," said Walker.