HR68 Summary

• Commends Dr. Ronald S. Rochon on his inauguration as the fourth president of the University of Southern Indiana on April 5, 2019.

• Recognizes Dr. Rochon's eight years of service as provost at the University of Southern Indiana before his selection from a national search of more than 90 candidates to serve as president.

• Acknowledges his academic credentials including a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science from Tuskegee University, Master's degree from the University of Illinois, and Doctorate in Educational Policy Studies from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

• Highlights his numerous honors and awards including the Ronald McNair Scholarship Mentor Award, City of Buffalo Executive Chambers Black History Month "Change Maker" Award, and University of Illinois Distinguished Alumni Award.

• Notes his commitment to partnership and community collaboration as core principles of his presidency.