Rhonda Lenton

Rhonda Lenton is the eighth president and vice-chancellor of York University.

A sociologist by training, her areas of teaching and research expertise include gender, family conflict, research methods and more recently, higher education. Her vision for positive change has guided the University’s success and leadership, particularly in the areas of 21st-century learning, research and innovation, sustainability, global health and social justice.

She serves on multiple boards and committees, including the Universities Canada International Committee, the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) Executive Committee, and ventureLAB, and is the Chair of the Council of Ontario Universities.