Office of the President
President's Perspective Video Series
2024
The President's Perspective — Tim Duncan, Senior Deputy AD
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Senior Deputy Athletics Director Tim Duncan.
The President's Perspective — Tiger Food Lab
UofM President Bill Hardgrave visits with Assistant Director of Nutrition Programming & Operations Melissa Petersen.
The President's Perspective — Exploring Campus
The University of Memphis campus has changed dramatically in recent years. President Bill Hardgrave provides an update on what's new and what's coming and encourages alumni to come back and visit their alma mater.
The President's Perspective — Residence Life
UofM President Bill Hardgrave tours Centennial Place with Brian Rock, Director of Housing and Residence Life.
The President's Perspective — Campus Tours
UofM President Bill Hardgrave Hardgrave visits with UofM tour guide coordinator and
Tiger Elite student Isabella Stavrides about the impact of campus tours on prospective
students.
The President's Perspective — Leadership Advice
UofM President Bill Hardgrave answers the question "What advice would I give my younger self?" in this edition of the President's Perspective.
The President's Perspective — Student Internships
UofM President Bill Hardgrave Hardgrave explains the importance of student internships and sits down with Donovan McLemore, a junior marketing major at the UofM, to discuss his experience as an intern at Marriott International.
The President's Perspective — College of Communication and Fine Arts Dean Dr. Debra Burns
UofM President Bill Hardgrave visits with College of Communication and Fine Arts Dean Dr. Debra Burns to discuss what brought her to the UofM, the broad range of offerings in CCFA and shaping the future within the college.
The President's Perspective — OFSS Director Jacki Rodriguez
UofM President Bill Hardgrave Hardgrave sits down with Office of First-Generation Student Success Director Jacki Rodriguez to discuss the many ways in which the office supports first-gen students at the University of Memphis.
The President's Perspective — Tour of the UCIC
UofM President Bill Hardgrave gives a behind-the-scenes look at the UofM's latest safety enhancement — the University Crime Information Center, which allows Police Services the ability to respond quickly and proactively to on-campus events and stop crime in its tracks
The President's Perspective — Helen Hardin Honors College Director, Melinda Jones
UofM President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Dr. Melinda Jones, director of the Helen Hardin Honors College, to discuss the role of the honors college, its important place at the University and the requirements for students to join.
The President's Perspective — Senior Vice President for Advancement, Tara Jones
UofM President Bill Hardgrave visits with Senior Vice President for University Advancement Tara Jones to discuss what brought her to Memphis and the importance of engaging our alumni, corporate partners and community members.
The President's Perspective — SGA President, Sam Warren
UofM President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Student Government Association President Sam Warren to discuss SGA goals and initiatives, University traditions and more.
The President's Perspective — Ascend Strategic Plan Update
UofM President Bill Hardgrave provides an update on the progress of the Ascend Strategic Plan, including positive developments in research, student outcomes, housing and campus safety and security.
UofM President Bill Hardgrave sits down with new Senior Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Ed Scott to discuss what attracted him to Memphis, the ongoing changes in college athletics and more.
The President's Perspective — University Traditions
UofM President Bill Hardgrave discusses the importance of traditions at the University, including the inaugural “The Walk: Bridge Your Future” across the Hunter Harrison Memorial Bridge.
The President's Perspective — Enrollment and Admissions Strategy for Student Success
UofM President Bill Hardgrave provides an update on enrollment and outlines the University's strategy for ensuring each student is set up for success beginning at the admissions process.
The President's Perspective — Edwards Research and Innovation Center
UofM President Bill Hardgrave gives a tour of the newest building on campus — the Edwards Research and Innovation Center, which will officially open this fall and house primarily engineering and STEM-based disciplines.
The President's Perspective — How to Disagree in the Workplace
UofM President Bill Hardgrave explains his philosophy on how to disagree with people elegantly in the workplace in order to cultivate a productive and respectful professional environment.
The President's Perspective — Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law Dean Jim Strickland
UofM President Bill Hardgrave talks with new Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law Dean Jim Strickland about how his time as City of Memphis Mayor prepared him to serve as dean and how the UofM Law School is well positioned for the future.
The President's Perspective — UMRF Ventures
UofM President Bill Hardgrave sits down with UMRF Ventures CEO Pierre Landaiche to discuss the unique opportunities UMRF Ventures provides to students as they gain real-world work experience while enrolled — establishing a talent pipeline from the UofM to partnering companies.
The President's Perspective — Decision-Making
UofM President Bill Hardgrave explains his decision-making process and the importance of involving a trusted team in that process.
The President's Perspective — FedEx LiFE Program
UofM President Bill Hardgrave discusses the innovative and life-changing FedEx LiFE program with Jannah Shabazz, who graduated from the program and is now a hub operations manager with FedEx.
UofM President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Michele Ehrhart, the UofM's recently hired Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, to discuss the challenges and solutions related to telling our story and reaching the University's many constituents.
The President's Perspective — Highlights from Spring Commencement
UofM President Bill Hardgrave discusses the impact of first-generation graduates and shares sights and sounds from Spring Commencement.
The President's Perspective — Executive Vice President, COO, CFO Rene Bustamante
UofM President Bill Hardgrave speaks with Executive Vice President, COO & CFO Rene Bustamante about his decision to join the UofM after 29 years at FedEx and navigating the financial challenges in higher education today.
The President's Perspective — Philanthropy with Dr. Tommie Dunavant
UofM UofM President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Dr. Tommie Dunavant to discuss the impact of philanthropy on the University and its community.
The President's Perspective — UofM Chief of Police Keith Humphrey
UofM President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Chief of Police Keith Humphrey to discuss his career in law enforcement, what makes the UofM unique and the upcoming enhancements to campus safety.
The President's Perspective — College of Health Sciences Dean Richard Bloomer
UofM President Bill Hardgrave sits down with College of Health Sciences Dean Dr. Richard Bloomer to discuss the educational offerings within the college, an exciting new doctoral program and his own career as an accomplished researcher.
The President's Perspective — UofM Athletics Director Search
UofM President Bill Hardgrave highlights the positive momentum within UofM Athletics and discusses what the University is looking for in the search for its next Athletics Director.
The President's Perspective — Dr. Balaji Krishnan, Vice-Provost of International Affairs
Today, we are continuing our series of introducing you to some key leaders from across the campus and I have with me Balaji Krishnan, who is our vice-provost for International Affairs and a professor of Marketing.
President Bill Hardgrave visits with Rebecca Laumann about the three units she oversees as executive director of the Center for International Education Services.
The President's Perspective — AI in Education
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Dr. William Duffy, associate professor and director of Graduate Studies in the Department of English.
The President's Perspective — Ascend Update
President Bill Hardgrave provides a one-year update on the University's Ascend strategic plan.
The President's Perspective — Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium Update
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Laird Veatch.
The President's Perspective — Are You a Tigger or an Eeyore?
President Bill Hardgrave shares his perspective on how attitudes can impact our ability to face challenges and achieve productive results.
The President's Perspective — Civil Engineering Professor and CAESER Director Dr.
Brian Waldron
President Bill Hardgrave visits with Dr. Brian Waldron, who is a faculty member in Civil Engineering and the director of CAESER.
The President's Perspective — Generating Ideas
President Bill Hardgrave explains a few creative strategies for generating ideas in this edition of the President's Perspective.
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Department of Biological Sciences Associate Professor Dr. Jennifer Mandel.
The President's Perspective — Navigating Change in Higher Education
President Bill Hardgrave discusses navigating change in higher education.
The President's Perspective — Dr. Sally Parish Associate VP for Educational Initiatives
President Bill Hardgrave discusses University Schools receiving “A” school letter grades in the state’s new accountability system with Dr. Sally Parish, associate vice president for Educational Initiatives.
The President's Perspective — Leadership Tip
President Bill Hardgrave shares a valuable leadership tip.
Welcome to the Spring Semester ... Again!
President Bill Hardgrave reshares his welcome to the spring semester video.
President Bill Hardgrave speaks with Vice President of Governmental and Community Affairs Katie VanLandingham.
Welcome to the Spring Semester!
President Bill Hardgrave shares his welcome to the spring semester video.
2023
President Bill Hardgrave speaks with Assistant Vice President for Auxiliary Services and Operations Melinda Carlson.
President Bill Hardgrave visits with Executive Vice President for Research and Innovation Dr. Jasbir Dhaliwal.
The President's Perspective — Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics
Laird Veatch
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Laird Veatch.
President Bill Hardgrave talks with Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality and Resort Management Dean Dr. Radesh Palakurthi.
The President’s Perspective — Executive Dean Dr. Richard Irwin
Bill Hardgrave sits down with Executive Dean Dr. Richard Irwin.
The President's Perspective — Strategy Drives Structure
President Bill Hardgrave discusses how "strategy drives structure" at the UofM.
The President's Perspective — School of Communication Sciences and Disorders Dean
Linda Jarmulowicz
President Bill Hardgrave visits with School of Communication Sciences and Disorders Dean Dr. Linda Jarmulowicz.
The President's Perspective — Navigating Change
President Bill Hardgrave discusses the keys to navigating change within an organization.
The President's Perspective — Loewenberg College of Nursing Dean Linda Haddad
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Loewenberg College of Nursing Dean Dr. Linda Haddad.
The President's Perspective — Personal Growth and Self-Discovery
President Bill Hardgrave shares a tip on the importance of personal growth and self-discovery in order to succeed.
The President's Perspective — Omni Education
President Bill Hardgrave explains "Omni Education" and the importance of delivering education when, how and where students want to receive it.
The President's Perspective — School of Public Health Dean Ashish Joshi
President Bill Hardgrave talks with School of Public Health Dean Ashish Joshi.
The President's Perspective — Fogelman College of Business & Economics Dean Bobby
Garrett
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Fogelman College of Business & Economics Dean Dr. Bobby Garrett.
The President's Perspective — Herff College of Engineering Dean Okenwa Okoli
President Bill Hardgrave talks with Herff College of Engineering Dean Okenwa Okoli.
The President's Perspective — SGA President Ansley Ecker
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Student Government Association (SGA) President Ansley Ecker.
The President's Perspective — Leadership
President Bill Hardgrave discusses the importance of developing the next generation of leaders at the University of Memphis.
The President's Perspective — Strategic Plan Road Map
President Bill Hardgrave explains the essential role of the University's strategic plan as a road map for the future.
The President's Perspective — Provost David Russomanno
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with David Russomanno, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost.
The President's Perspective — Safety and Security Updates
President Bill Hardgrave provides an update on the latest campus safety and security enhancements.
The President's Perspective — Student Engagement
President Bill Hardgrave discusses the importance of student engagement.
The President's Perspective — Facility Updates
UofM President Bill Hardgrave provides updates on several significant University facilities upgrades.
The President's Perspective — Dr. Duane McKenna
President Bill Hardgrave sits down with Willard R. Sparks Eminent Faculty Award winner Dr. Duane McKenna.
The President's Perspective — Credentialing in Higher Education
President Bill Hardgrave discusses the vital role of credentialing in the future of higher education.
The President's Perspective — University Schools
President Bill Hardgrave discusses the important role of our pre-K through high school University Schools system.
The President's Perspective — Goal 7: Generate and Steward Financial Resources
President Bill Hardgrave provides an in-depth perspective on the development of the University's new strategic plan, focusining on Goal 7.
The President's Perspective — Goal 6: Exemplify Operational Excellence
President Bill Hardgrave provides an in-depth perspective on the development of the University's new strategic plan, focusining on Goal 6.
The President's Perspective — Goal 5: Recruit, Retain, Reward and Recognize our People
President Bill Hardgrave provides an in-depth perspective on the development of the
University's new strategic plan, focusining on Goal 5.
The President's Perspective — Goal 4: Strengthen Research Enterprise
President Bill Hardgrave provides an in-depth perspective on the development of the University's new strategic plan, focusining on Goal 4.
The President's Perspective — Goal 3: Outcomes-Focused Academics
President Bill Hardgrave provides an in-depth perspective on the development of the University's new strategic plan, focusining on Goal 3.
The President's Perspective — Goal 2: Create Opportunities to Succeed
President Bill Hardgrave provides an in-depth perspective on the development of the University's new strategic plan, focusining on Goal 2.
The President's Perspective — Goal 1 continued — Aggressively Provide Access
President Bill Hardgrave provides an in-depth perspective on the development of the University's new strategic plan, focusining on Goal 1.
The President's Perspective — Goal 1: Aggressively Provide Access
President Bill Hardgrave provides an in-depth perspective on the development of the University's new strategic plan, focusining on Goal 1.