Dwight Duncan has been named the University of Windsor's ninth chancellor.
Duncan holds two earned degrees and one honorary doctorate from the school.
“I am delighted to welcome Dwight back to the University of Windsor community in this new capacity,” said President and Vice-Chancellor Rob Gordon. “As a highly experienced leader and communicator with a record of accomplishments across the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors, Dwight will bring a wealth of knowledge to the campus community.”
Duncan served as a Member of Provincial Parliament in the area for 18 years. During that time, he was Deputy Premier, Minister of Finance, Minister of Energy, Chair of Management Board, Chair of Cabinet, Government House Leader and House Leader of the Official Opposition.
Currently, he is a Senior Advisor for Canadian Investor Relations with the New York-based law firm Bernstein, Litowitz, Berger, and Grossmann.
“What an honour to be appointed Chancellor of the University of Windsor,” said Duncan. “My close and ongoing affiliation with the school dates back 46 years. I am humbled, knowing that I will be succeeding Mary Jo Haddad, Ed Lumley, Richard Rohmer and the other outstanding individuals who have filled this role. I look forward to working with our students, faculty, and entire community as we move forward, with confidence, to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future.”
Current Chancellor Mary Jo Haddad announced she would be stepping down from the role in the fall. Her term ends May 31, 2025, and Duncan will be installed during the Spring 2025 Convocation.
