The President of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), Peter McPherson, has announced that he will be stepping down from his position by the end of 2024. McPherson has been serving as the president of APLU since 2006 and has played a crucial role in advocating for public universities and their critical role in higher education.
During his tenure, McPherson has led APLU in advancing initiatives to promote innovation, collaboration, and student success in public higher education. Under his leadership, APLU has worked on issues such as access and affordability, workforce development, and research partnerships. McPherson has been a vocal advocate for federal funding for research and has worked to strengthen the connections between universities and their communities.
In a statement announcing his decision to step down, McPherson expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve as president of APLU and highlighted the progress made during his time in the role. He emphasized the importance of public universities in driving economic growth, promoting equity and inclusion, and addressing societal challenges.
The search for McPherson’s successor will begin soon, and APLU’s Board of Directors will be responsible for selecting the next president. The organization has stated that it will be looking for a leader who shares McPherson’s commitment to public higher education and who can continue to advance APLU’s mission.
As McPherson prepares to transition out of his role, he leaves behind a legacy of advocacy and leadership in support of public universities. His dedication to promoting the goals of APLU and advocating for the importance of public higher education will have a lasting impact on the organization and its members.
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