Rebecca Chopp

Rebecca Chopp, PhD, is chancellor of the University of Denver, where she is leading the implementation of DU IMPACT 2025, a strategic plan focused on the 21st-century transformation of knowledge, the holistic education of students, and the University’s engagement in local and global organizations and communities. A visionary leader, Chopp emphasizes the importance of developing DU as an intentional and inclusive global community.

Previously, Chopp was president of Swarthmore College and Colgate University. She also served as provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at Emory University and as a dean at Yale University.

Chopp is a widely published author and editor, including six books and more than 50 articles.