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Office of the President

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.