The chancellors of IU’s regional campuses have a tremendous impact, not only on the operation of the campus they serve, but also on the character of Indiana University and their regions. IU’s regional campus chancellors report to the Vice President for Regional Campuses and Online Education.
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Regional campus chancellors
Mark CanadaIU Kokomo Chancellor
He was appointed to the role in 2022. He previously served as IU Kokomo’s deputy chancellor, as well as executive vice chancellor for academic affairs.
Susan ElrodIU South Bend Chancellor
She was appointed in 2019. She previously served as the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
Vicki Román-LagunasIU Northwest Interim Chancellor
She was appointed in 2024. She previously served IU Northwest as the Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
Deborah FordIU Southeast Chancellor
She was appointed in 2023. Previously, she served as the chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside since 2009.
Dennis M. RomeIU East Chancellor
He was appointed in 2023 after serving as assistant to the president for community engagement and strategic partnerships at Northeastern Illinois University, moving from his previous position as provost and vice president for academic affairs.