Holden Thorp will succeed Edward Macias as chief academic officer. “Holden has high academic standards, accomplishments, and proven experience in areas critical to our success,” says Chancellor Mark Wrighton. WU’s reputation, distinct approach to teaching and strong commitment to community attracted Thorp, now chancellor of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: “The university’s goal of enhancing its leadership today to benefit the world tomorrow is bold, unapologetic and focused on the right academic objectives.”
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