The Berry College Board of Trustees has unanimously elected Dr. Sandeep Mazumder to serve as the college’s next president. Dr. Mazumder, a distinguished economist and current Dean of the Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University, will bring a wealth of experience and a fresh vision to the institution.

Born and raised in the United Kingdom, Dr. Mazumder completed his studies at the prestigious University of Cambridge before earning his PhD from Johns Hopkins University in the United States. He has held influential academic positions, including Professor and Chair of the Economics Department at Wake Forest University, where he built a reputation for both scholarship and leadership. The Search Committee and Board were not only impressed by Dr. Mazumder’s extensive academic credentials but also by his character and unwavering commitment to the core values of Berry College. Throughout the selection process, Dr. Mazumder articulated his alignment with the founding vision of Martha Berry, emphasizing the importance of service in education. His commitment to fostering integrity and cultivating thriving communities resonates deeply with the college’s mission of nurturing leaders through an education of the head, heart, and hands.

Dr. Mazumder, along with his wife Gretchen and their three children, is set to relocate to Berry College next summer. He will collaborate closely with the Board, outgoing President Briggs, and the college’s faculty and staff to ensure a smooth transition into his new role. The search for Berry College’s new president was a thorough and meticulous process, lasting eight months and involving extensive feedback from students, faculty, alumni, and community members. The Search Committee reviewed over 175 applications, including more than 20 sitting college presidents, before identifying a group of exceptional finalists. Despite the wealth of talent, Dr. Mazumder emerged with unanimous support, a testament to his integrity and vision.

John Coleman, Chair of the Search Committee, and Rick Gilbert, Chair of the Board of Trustees, expressed their gratitude to the committee members and the search firm, CarterBaldwin, for their dedication and hard work throughout this process. They also thanked the entire Berry community for their involvement and input. As Berry College looks ahead, the community is excited about the prospects that Dr. Mazumder’s leadership will bring. The college eagerly anticipates welcoming him and his family and continuing its journey of excellence in higher education.

For further updates and opportunities to meet Dr. Mazumder, stay connected with Berry College in the coming months.