
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.”

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
Renewing Our Commitment to Interdependence
At Belmont University, we take our trees seriously. As a designated arboretum situated just two miles from downtown Nashville, we make a concerted effort to protect these life-giving organisms, which provide a canopy for our community and sanctuary for local wildlife....
A Lesson in Leadership: What Coach K Taught Me About the Power of Belief
What Coach K taught me about building teams, cultivating character, nurturing and transforming cultures of organizations, and motivating others to encourage them to bring their best selves to the service of a larger purpose.
Renewed Connections: A More Intentional Lenten Season
Lent is upon us. As we enter this season, I’m seeking a more intentional experience for the next 40 days–a different approach than how many suggest Lent be navigated. Typically, we kick off our observation by deciding what we’ll give up this year–sweets or coffee or...
Latest News & Updates
Belmont President Greg Jones Honors Wife with Creation of Susan Pendleton Jones Endowment
The endowed fund will be used to support first generation college students through scholarships. There is a special focus on students coming to Belmont from community college experiences, honoring Susan’s mother’s journey late in life of attending and graduating from community college herself.
Milton and Denice Johnson Donate $10 Million to the Newly Established Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine
Belmont Board of Trustees Chair, alumnus and retired HCA Healthcare Chairman and CEO Milton Johnson and his wife Denice announced a $10 million gift to Belmont’s newly established Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine.
Bridges to Belmont Initiative Expanding to 10 Metro High Schools
Belmont University and Metro Nashville Public Schools partner for full scholarship pathways to Belmont degrees for high-need, high-performing Nashville students