Christopher L. Augostini named 22nd president of Emory University
The Emory University Board of Trustees announced today that Christopher L. Augostini, the university’s current executive vice president and chief operating officer, has been elected by unanimous vote to serve as Emory’s 22nd president. He will assume his duties on Sept. 1, 2026.
The appointment by the Board of Trustees concludes a national search conducted by the Presidential Selection Committee, advised by a national search firm. Importantly, the committee sponsored more than 40 listening sessions and reviewed extensive feedback from students, faculty, staff, alumni and other stakeholders, along with survey responses and messages submitted through the presidential search website. Based on this input, the committee developed a presidential prospectus outlining the opportunities and expectations for Emory's next leader.
“On behalf of the entire Board of Trustees, I want to express our enthusiasm and excitement about the appointment of Chris Augostini as president. Our search generated a significant number of highly qualified candidates, but Chris’s exceptional leadership skills, distinguished record of achievement as executive vice president and COO, along with his deep understanding of Emory’s culture and community, made it clear he is the right leader for Emory,” says Robert C. Goddard III, chair of the Emory University Board of Trustees.