University Naming Committee

The Presidential University Naming Committee, appointed by the University President, gives advice before the President recommends facility names to the Board of Trustees.
Contact the University Naming Committee

Policy

University facilities or entities may be named for donors who have made significant financial contributions to the University; notable alumni with close ties to the University; former employees of the University; distinguished former members of the Board of Trustees; and public persons of Illinois, nation or any country.

View the full university naming policy

Members

Academic Affairs and Provost

Ani Yazedjian (co-chair)

Athletics

Jeri Beggs

Faculty Representative

Angela Bonnell

Finance and Planning

Glen Nelson

Office of General Counsel

Jeannie Barrett

Office of the President

Katy Killian, Byron Craig

Student Affairs

Levester Johnson

Student Representative

Noah Montoya

University Advancement

Pat Vickerman (co-chair)

Naming Request Process

Submit a Proposal

Anyone in or outside the University community, the University Naming Committee, or the VP for University Advancement can submit a proposal. Your proposal will be sent to the appropriate Vice President.

Submit proposals at least two weeks before the committee meeting where you want it considered. The committee meets about one month before each Board of Trustees meeting.

Committee Review

The University Naming Committee reviews the proposal and advises the President to approve or disapprove.

Office of the President Review

The President and cabinet review the committee’s advice. The President may accept it, change it, or reject it.

Board Approval

Facility names must be approved by the Board of Trustees. Names for other University entities (not facilities) go to the Board as an informational item.