Temple University appoints longtime Drexel leader John Fry as its new president

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Temple University Appoints Drexel Leader John Fry News

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Temple said Fry was confirmed by a unanimous vote by the Board of Trustees.

Temple said Fry will start in his new role after new leadership has been named at Drexel."Temple stands as a cornerstone of our region's vitality - a vibrant and accessible anchor institution that provides transformative opportunities and positively impacts countless lives through its mission," Fry said.

A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., Fry graduated from Lafayette College and earned a master's degree in business administration from the New York University Stern School of Business.of JoAnne Epps in September. Englert previously served as Temple's president from 2016 to 2021.

 

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