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Baker University announces Dr. Jody Fournier as its 31st President. Photo credit: Baker University.
Posted March 26, 2025
Baker University named Dr. Jody Fournier as the university’s 31st president.
Baker partnered with NU Advisory Partners to conduct a nationwide search and unanimously voted for Fournier to take on the role, according to a release.
He will assume the position on July 1.
Fournier succeeds Hoot Gibson, who has served as acting president since October 2024. Gibson was appointed interim following Lynne Murray’s decision to step down in December 2024.
Fournier joins Baker with over 25 years of experience in academic leadership. He currently serves as the provost and vice president at Capital University in Columbus, Ohio. He has been with Capital for more than 26 years, according to his LinkedIn profile. He began at Capital in 2008 serving as the Assistant Dean School of Social Sciences and Education.
“I am deeply honored to join Baker University as its next president,” Fournier said. “Baker’s rich legacy, unwavering commitment to student success, and outstanding faculty and staff make this institution truly special. I look forward to building on its strong foundation, anchored in Baker’s United Methodist heritage, while embracing new opportunities, innovation, and collaboration to shape a bold and dynamic future.”
Fournier holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Family Relations and Human Development – Child Development from Ohio State University. He also earned his Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from Ohio State.
