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Inauguration of Union's 20th President

Save the Date: The Union College Board of Trustees invites you to the inauguration of Elizabeth Kiss, 20th president of Union College, on Oct. 9-11, 2025. The celebration will coincide with the College's annual Homecoming and Family Weekend, bringing together the Union community for a full weekend of festivities on campus.

Meet the President

Elizabeth Kiss

A Rhodes Scholar and Oxford-trained philosopher, Elizabeth Kiss brings decades of leadership in liberal arts and global education to her role as Union College’s 20th president.

Official Biography

Presidential Announcement

The College is honored to introduce its 20th president, Elizabeth Kiss. In this video, Kiss shares her enthusiasm for joining the Union community, reflects on her distinguished career in higher education and leadership, and discusses her vision for the future of the College.