Ian Baucom, University executive vice president and provost, has been named President of Middlebury College, according to a release posted to Middlebury’s website 10 hours ago. Announced by the University Wednesday morning, Baucom will officially step down in March.
Baucom has served as executive vice president and provost since 2022. In this position, he is responsible for managing the academic schools of the University — including overseeing education and research initiatives, libraries, art museums and public service.
Before 2022, Baucom served as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences for eight years after spending 17 years at Duke University.
A representative from the University had not yet responded to a request for comment at the time of publication.
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Ian Baucom, executive vice president and provost at the University of Virginia, has announced that he will be stepping down from his position. Baucom, who has served in this role since 2018, will be leaving to pursue other opportunities.
During his time as executive vice president, Baucom has been instrumental in leading the university through a period of growth and change. He has overseen a number of key initiatives, including the launch of new academic programs and the implementation of strategic planning efforts.
In a statement, Baucom expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve as executive vice president and his appreciation for the support of the university community. He emphasized his commitment to ensuring a smooth transition and continuing to support the university’s mission.
The search for Baucom’s successor is currently underway, and a transition plan will be announced in the coming months. In the meantime, Baucom will continue to serve in his role until a replacement is named.
The university community has expressed its appreciation for Baucom’s leadership and his contributions to the university during his tenure. As the search for a new executive vice president begins, the university looks forward to continuing its mission of excellence in education and research.
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