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John L. Ford

Senior Vice President and Dean of Campus Life



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John Ford
John L. Ford
Senior Vice President
& Dean of Campus Life

As Senior Vice President and Dean of Campus Life, John Ford serves as Emory University’s Chief Student Affairs Officer.  He and his staff  are responsible for the organization, delivery, and finances of the programs and services in Athletics and Recreation, Barkley Forum, Emory Bookstore, the Career Center, the Student Health and Counseling Services, the Dobbs University Center, Emory Campus Dining, the Office of Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Life, the Office of Multicultural Programs and Services, Residence Life and Housing, the Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life, Student Conduct, Student Leadership and Service, Student Media, and Campus Life Technical Services. 

In addition to these functional responsibilities, John serves in several leadership groups including the President’s Cabinet, Administrative Council, and Strategic Implementation Advisory Committee.  He is also the chief administrative executive for the Campus Life Committee of the Board of Trustees.

Prior to Emory, John was the Robert W. and Elizabeth C. Staley Dean of Students and Professor of Policy Analysis and Management at Cornell University from 1992 to 2000, where his teaching and research interests focused on health care policy.

Born in Chicago, John received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and psychology from Boston University, a masters in social work, masters of public health, and doctorate from the University of Michigan.

He is a member of several national professional organizations, a Director of the Education Realty Trust Inc., and a Trustee of the University of the South.