Dr. Leamor Kahanov has been appointed as the new President at Notre Dame de Namur University. She will assume the presidency on July 1. A nationally recognized higher education leader with more than two decades of executive academic experience, Dr. Kahanov joins NDNU at a defining moment, one marked by institutional revitalization, strategic transformation, and a renewed commitment to preparing students for the workforce of the future. Dr. Kahanov currently serves as Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at Alvernia University, where she oversees academic strategy, enrollment integration, and institutional planning. Throughout her career, she has led initiatives that strengthen academic quality, expand access, and drive sustainable growth. Her leadership is distinguished by a focus on innovation and workforce alignment, including the development of new academic programs, expansion of online and hybrid learning, and the creation of partnerships with corporate, government, and nonprofit organizations. These efforts have generated significant support for student success initiatives and expanded pathways for learners seeking career advancement. Dr. Kahanov holds an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of San Francisco, an M.S. in Exercise and Sports Sciences from the University of Arizona, and a B.S. in Exercise Science and Athletic Training from Indiana University. Read more.