Dr. James (Jim) Johnsen was appointed the University of Alaska's 14th president in 2015. He oversees three universities and 13 community campuses that deliver education through face-to-face and online programs. President Johnsen is a passionate advocate for higher education and works tirelessly with government and tribal leaders as well as business and community groups to bolster the university's role in strengthening Alaska's economy. Before joining the university, President Johnsen held executive leadership positions at Alaska Communications and Doyon, Limited. He served in higher education leadership roles at the University of Minnesota and the University of Alaska between 1992-2008. President Johnsen earned a bachelor's degree in politics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, a master's degree in political science from the University of Chicago, and a doctorate in higher education management from the University of Pennsylvania. Jim is married and has two children.