Endowed Chairs and Directorships

Mark Anderson, PhD

Archibald Granville Bush Chair of Mathematics

Lee Lines, PhD

Archibald Granville Bush Chair of Science

Grant Cornwell

George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Chair of Distinguished Presidential Leadership

Jim Johnson

George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Chair of International Business

Margaret McLaren, PhD

George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Chair of Philosophy

Yudit Greenberg, PhD

George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Chair of Religion

Tonia Warnecke, PhD

George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Department Chair of Social Entrepreneurship

Anne M. Stone, PhD

George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Chair of Social Impact

Anil Menon

George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Dean of Global Leadership

Scott Rubarth, PhD

George D. and Harriet W. Cornell Scholars in Classical Studies

Bill Seyfried

George D. and Harriet. W. Cornell Chair in the Crummer Graduate School of Business

Halil Kiymaz, PhD

Bank of America Chair of Finance

The Bank of America Chair of Finance was established in 1993 to enhance the academic and research capabilities of the Crummer Graduate School of Business.

Greg Marshall

Charles Harwood Chair of Marketing and Strategy

The Charles Harwood Chair of Marketing and Strategy was endowed in 1987 by the estate of Charles Harwood, a Rollins alumnus from the class of 1944. It was established to attract distinguished scholars to the Crummer Graduate School of Business.

Laurel Goj Habgood, PhD

D.J. and J.M. Cram Chair of Chemistry

Established in 2001 with a bequest from the late Donald Cram ’41 ’88H, Rollins' first Nobel Prize winner, to provide the opportunity for and support of research in the field of chemistry.

Jennifer Queen, PhD

Diane and Michael Maher Chair of Distinguished Teaching

A gift of alumnus Michael C. Maher ’63 and the Christian A. Johnson Endeavor Foundation to further the College’s efforts and reputation in one of its recognized strengths—the art of teaching.

Marc Fetscherin, PhD

Gelbman Family Endowed Chair of International Business

Established by alumnus Ronald Gelbman ’69 ’70MBA and an anonymous donor. The international business major was introduced in 1998 to provide students the opportunity to study global business from a liberal arts perspective.

William Boles, PhD

Hugh F. and Jeannette G. McKean Chair

Established in 1997 with an endowment from the Elizabeth Morse Genius Foundation to honor the legacy of former Rollins president Hugh McKean ’30 ’72H and his wife, Jeannette Genius McKean ’62H, and their commitment to the College. Mrs. McKean established the Genius Foundation in 1959 in memory of her mother, who was the daughter of one of Winter Park's founders and greatest benefactors, Charles Hosmer Morse.

John V. Sinclair, DMA

John M. Tiedtke Chair of Music

The chair honors longtime Rollins trustee and patron of the arts John Tiedtke ’75H, and was the idea of Rollins alumni Fred ’51 ’74H and Joanne ’50 ’05H Rogers. Their generous support has been augmented by contributions from a number of friends and admirers.

Emily Russell, PhD

Kenneth Curry Chair of Literature

A gift of Kenneth Curry ’32, an emeritus professor of English at the University of Tennessee and author of many books and articles on English literature of the Romantic period. The first Curry Professor was named in 1999.

Micki Meyer

Lord Family Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs - Community

Established in 2012 with gifts from David H. Lord ’69 ’71MBA and his family’s foundation, the RNR Foundation, to perpetuate and add recognition for a critical staff position that leads all aspects of Rollins College’s nationally and internationally recognized and award-winning community engagement infrastructure, which has made the Rollins mission more real, alive, and transformative for more students than ever before.

Shawn Pistor

Lyden Family Crew Chair

Established in 2002 by James P. Lyden and his family to enhance the College's educational mission and recognize the importance of athletics, particularly rowing.

Koray Simsek, PhD

Orchid/Singleton Chair in Finance

The Orchid/Singleton Chair in Finance at Rollins College was established in 2023 to attract and retain top-tier finance faculty members, enhancing the program's academic and research capabilities.

Claire Strom, PhD

Rapetti-Trunzo Chair of History

Established in 1998 by alumnus Vincent A. Rapetti ’50, this chair was established to provide a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of students for generations to come.

Keith Buckley

Raymond W. Greene Chair of Physical Education

Established in 1967 by Raymond W. Greene, who stipulated that the chairholder should encourage reverence for the "Amazing Creation of the Human Body and Its Functions".

H. James McLaughlin, PhD

Richard James Mertz Chair of Education

Established in 2001 by Esther Mertz in memory of her son, alumnus Richard James Mertz ’60, an elementary education major at Rollins.

Henrique Correa

Steinmetz Chair of Management

A 1999 gift of Charles and Lynn Steinmetz, the chair enables the Crummer Graduate School of Business to have a nationally recognized scholar in the area of management and strategy.

Tom Klusman

Francis H. “Frank” Barker ’52 ’06H Head Coach for Men’s Basketball

The Francis H. “Frank” Barker ’52 ’06H Head Coach for Men’s Basketball was established in 2012 by the late Frank Barker, a distinguished alumnus, Hall-of-Fame athlete, and dedicated trustee.

Misty Loughry

The Gerry Foundation Chair for Business Excellence

Established in 2001 and renamed in 2023, the Gerry Chair promotes the integration of research and practice to prepare students for corporate and non-profit roles that highlight both entrepreneurial thinking and intrapreneurial work with an organization.

Jon Sjogren

Howard Boyd Coffie, Jr. ’59 ’64MAT Head Coach in Baseball

The Howard Boyd Coffie, Jr. ’59 ’64MAT Head Coach in Baseball position at Rollins College was established in 2013 to honor the legacy of Boyd Coffie, a distinguished alumnus and long-time coach.

Dan Chong, PhD

Nancy Siebens Binz ’55 Chair in World Studies

The Nancy Siebens Binz ’55 Chair in World Studies was established in 2015 through a generous endowment by Nancy Siebens Binz. This chair was created to inspire students to develop a passion for learning and exploring the world, reflecting Binz's experiences and commitment to international education.

Vidhu Aggarwal, PhD

Theodore Bruce and Barbara Lawrence Alfond Chair of English

Established in 1994 by alumni Ted ’68 and Barbara Lawrence ’68 Alfond to honor a distinguished professor of English, enhancing the reputation of both the department and the College, and enriching the educational experience of its students.

Dexter Boniface, PhD

Weddell Chair of the Americas

Funded by Ambassador and Mrs. Alexander W. Weddell, the chair was established by the Rollins College Board of Trustees in 1948 as a memorial to Ambassador and Mrs. Weddell “in grateful appreciation of their interest and help and in honor of their distinguished service to their country and to Inter-American relations.” It recognizes a distinguished faculty member who is devoted to the teaching and correlation of courses in the history of the Western hemisphere.

Lisa Tillmann, PhD

William R. Kenan, Jr., Chair

Awarded to Rollins in 1967 by the William R. Kenan, Jr., Charitable Trust to support a college teacher whose enthusiasm for learning, commitment to teaching, and interest in students will make a notable contribution to the College's undergraduate community.

Thomas Ouellette, MFA

Winifred M. Warden Chair of Theatre Arts and Dance

Established by alumna Winifred Martin Warden ’45 '12H and the Bert W. Martin Foundation. The 2000 gift of this former ballet dancer and theatre student will ensure the future of a strong theatre and dance program at Rollins.