Dr. L. Gregory Jones
President of Belmont University

“Our aspirations for the next decade are limited only by our imagination.

We want to be a university that aspires to big dreams–God-sized dreams. Dreams that can transform lives.”

L. Gregory Jones on Belmont's campus

Meet Greg

A celebrated speaker, author, educator and business leader, Dr. Greg Jones believes in supporting communities through hope-inspired leadership and instilling a sense of purpose and entrepreneurial mindset in the next generation. He is dedicated to collaborative bridge-building across diverse perspectives and seeks to leverage his work as a University President to form leaders of character who are committed to helping people and communities flourish.

He speaks all throughout the Middle Tennessee area and beyond on a variety of related topics and is excited about his work across campus and throughout the Nashville community. Under Greg’s leadership, Belmont is furthering its efforts to become the leading Christ-centered University in the world, radically championing the pursuit of life abundant for all people.

Greg’s Writings

A Christ-Centered Approach to Wellbeing: The SOUL Framework

A Christ-Centered Approach to Wellbeing: The SOUL Framework

The beginning of another academic year provides an opportunity to reflect on the values that guide us and the ways we can better support wellbeing across our community. In an era marked by significant challenges and rapid change, the need for a holistic approach to...

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The Key to Gen Z Wellbeing

The Key to Gen Z Wellbeing

By choosing vibrant institutions that affirmatively answer these questions, you can trust your child will receive a character-focused education that prepares them for a successful career and also helps them uncover their God-given purpose for true happiness and fulfillment.

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2023 President’s Report

2023 President’s Report

2023 was a year of incredible milestones at Belmont University. Achievements throughout this season were cultivated through traditioned innovation, an approach that builds on the best of our past and then gets expressed in creative, transformational action.

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Latest News & Updates

Photo of a fountain and building on Belmont's campus

Opinion: Faith can help heal our polarized country | Religion News Service

Communities of faith are distinctively (perhaps even divinely) positioned to demonstrate how to build solidarity with one another. 

Dr. Greg Jones

Tennesseans should support fathers taking an active role in their children's lives | The Tennessean

Father’s Day is an opportunity to reflect on the profound impact fathers and father figures have on our lives. While each of our experiences are of course unique, one truth remains – the presence of supportive fathers has proven to be a source of strength to families and children for a lifetime.

In Layman's Terms Podcast, Episode 19 | Dr. Greg Jones

Episode 19 | Dr. Greg Jones, In Layman's Terms Podcast

Steve Layman sits down with Belmont University President Dr. Greg Jones for an engaging, and wide-ranging conversation. The pair discuss Belmont legend Ben Sheppard and his rise in the NBA, embracing exciting partnerships and initiatives on campus, and staying rooted in Belmont’s ‘North Star’ of Jesus Christ.