Stephan named VP for public affairs, government relations

Stephan, an attorney, had served as interim vice president since July 2001. Before assuming his current duties, he served as special assistant to the president and worked on economic development issues for the university. He has had a long career in the public and non-profit sectors, including working as chief of staff to former Indianapolis Mayor Stephen Goldsmith and serving as president of the Indianapolis Private Industry Council.

“Bill Stephan has performed at the very highest levels as interim vice president,” said IU President Myles Brand. “He has come to know IU exceptionally well, and that, when combined with an excellent understanding of the state, positions him to be a superb representative for the university to the media and governmental bodies. He is a man of great integrity and ability, and I am proud to include him on the IU leadership team.”