Former President of the University of Georgia and Centre College, Former Chancellor of Pepperdine University

Inducting Institution: Lipscomb University 

Through his life’s work and faith, Dr. Michael F. Adams encapsulates the mission of Lipscomb University: to transform lives through education as it integrates Christian faith and practice with academic excellence. After graduating from Lipscomb in 1970, Dr. Adams has gone on to devote his career to higher education. Through his work, leadership, and character, he has helped shape the lives of countless students around the world.

Dr. Adams is a nationally recognized and award winning educator who, most notably, served as the president of the University of Georgia from 1997 to 2013. Prior, Dr. Adams served as president of Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, one of America’s top 40 liberal arts colleges. Dr. Adams also served as vice president for university affairs at Pepperdine University and then later went on to serve as chancellor.

Throughout his career, Dr. Adams has worked tirelessly for the betterment of humanity. He has become a widely respected figure in higher education.