Dr.

Michael A. McRobbie

Indiana University
Computer Scientist; Academic administrator; Educator
Area
Leadership, Policy, and Communications
Specialty
Educational and Academic Leadership
Elected
2012
Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana ~President; Professor of Computer Science. Contributions to philosophical logic, high-performance computing, and higher education. In 2007, became Indiana University's 18th President. Focuses on the fundamental mission of excellence in research and teaching via a great faculty, responsive and relevant education, an enhanced global presence, expanded infrastructure, a rededication to the arts and humanities, and new economic development and engagement initiatives. Previously, Vice President for Information Technology, Vice President for Research, and Interim Provost of the University's Bloomington campus. Holds professorships in cognitive science, computer science, informatics, and philosophy. Published a number of books and served on editorial boards and conference committees. In 1996, co-founded the Asian Pacific Advanced Network, a high-performance computer network for the research and education community in the Asia-Pacific region. Appointed an Officer in the General Division of the Order of Australia.~~
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