Joseph E. Aoun, a leader in higher education policy and a renowned scholar in linguistics, is the seventh President of Northeastern University.
President Aoun has strategically aligned the University’s research enterprise with three global imperatives—health, security, and sustainability. Northeastern’s faculty focus on interdisciplinary research, entrepreneurship, and transforming academic research into commercial solutions for the world’s most pressing problems. During President Aoun’s tenure, the University has realized a 189 percent growth in external research funding, along with approximately 1,500 patent applications filed by faculty and students.
Join Globe Rhode Island for a Rhode Map Live fireside chat featuring House Speaker Joe Shekarchi, hosted by Globe columnist Dan McGowan. In this timely conversation, Speaker Shekarchi will share his perspectives on the most pressing issues facing Rhode Island, from the legislative priorities for the year ahead to critical topics such as higher education, workforce development, and the state's economic outlook.
With a focus on Rhode Island’s future and the pathways to growth, this conversation will include insights into how the state legislature is working to address key challenges and opportunities. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A session.
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