4/14. John B. Simpson, 2004-2011
Record Group Term
Identifier: 4/14
John B. Simpson took office as UB's 14th president on January 1, 2004. Coming from a background in neurobiology and neuro-endocrinology, Simpson spent twenty-three years at the University of Washington as a professor of psychology and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. In July 1998 he was appointed to the University of California, Santa Cruz as executive vice chancellor and a year later he also became provost. As UB’s 14th president, Simpson led the campus community in launching UB 2020, a long-range strategic vision focused on investing in core interdisciplinary areas of research strength, transforming institutional operations, and implementing a comprehensive physical plan. An nationally recognized advocate for the vital role of public higher education in American life, Simpson published widely on the impact of research universities in social and economic prosperity. A leading voice on educational access and collaboration, he championed a historic partnership with the Buffalo Public Schools to improve educational outcomes, and significantly expanded the university’s relationships with its broader communities regionally and globally.
Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:
John B. Simpson and Satish K. Tripathi photographs
Collection — Box 1: [39072038466318]
Identifier: 4-14-1317
Abstract
Digital images taken during the tenure of University at Buffalo President John B. Simpson and during the first two years of President Satish K. Tripathi (2011-2012).
John B. Simpson inaugural greetings
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 4-14-1011
Abstract
Institutional and personal greetings and gifts sent to John B. Simpson upon his inauguration as 14th President of the University at Buffalo.
John B. Simpson mementos and trips collection
Collection — Envelope 1: Series 4/14/1255 [39072039028059]
Identifier: 4-14-1255
Abstract
The John B. Simpson mementos and trips collection is comprised of three distinct collections, each described in its own series: 4/14/1255, John B. Simpson United States Department of Education trip to Asia; 14/4/1257, John B. Simpson international visits mementos; and 14/4/1258, John B. Simpson gifts and citations.
John B. Simpson photographs
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 4-14-1276
Abstract
Photographs and CDs, containing digital photographs, of the university events under the leadership of President John B. Simpson.
Found in:
University Archives
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John B. Simpson photographs