David C. Munson Jr. named RIT's 10th President

Former dean of the University of Michigan College of Engineering praised for academic record, research credentials, student engagement, leadership, vision.

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David C. Munson Jr. has been named Rochester Institute of Technology's 10th president. The RIT Board of Trustees made the decision at a special session, selecting the former dean of the University of Michigan College of Engineering from a pool of national candidates.

Munson will assume RIT's top post July 1, succeeding Bill Destler, RIT's president since 2007. Munson will be responsible for one of the nation's leading research and career-oriented universities featuring 18,700 students from all 50 states and more than 100 foreign countries, 121,000 alumni, $73 million in sponsored research, and an endowment of more than $750 million.

"It is a great honor and privilege to become the next president of what I believe to be a gem in higher education," said Munson. "I was drawn to RIT when I observed an exciting portfolio of academic programs, research with impact to solve global problems, and an ability to stay focused on the overall student experience. I was truly impressed with RIT's strengths in the arts, as well as technology, and how they are blended. I look forward to maintaining university traditions and simultaneously building on the 2025 Strategic Plan, 'Greatness through Difference.' I am eager to meet members of the RIT community and work with them to reach their aspirations."

For more info and introductory video please visit: https://www.rit.edu/presidentialsearch/