Eric Boynton became Beloit’s president in 2023, following nearly four years of forward-thinking leadership as the Provost and Dean of the College, the college’s chief academic officer. He holds a Ph.D. in the philosophy of religion from Rice University and a B.A. from the University of Redlands in religion and art history. He came to Beloit College from Allegheny College where he held the positions of Chair and Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Director of Interdisciplinary Studies, Director of the Honors Program, and Chair of Black Studies.