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
Embracing Agility and Improvisation: Insights for Leaders
Change is the only constant thread that weaves through our timelines, and by embracing it, we can find the strength and inspiration to embrace – and even drive – positive change in our communities and beyond.
Unlocking the Power of Purpose: Navigating the Quest for Meaning in Higher Education
Universities are more than hubs of knowledge and research; they are crucibles where dreams and identities take shape. In an era where people seek deeper meaning and purpose in their studies, work and lives, students are uniquely positioned to embark on this profound journey fully as they enter college.
The Power of Travel to Transform
My wife Susan and I recently returned from a trip to Italy with the Belmont’s Women’s Basketball Team as they traveled for a mix of basketball games and a taste of European culture.
Latest News & Updates
Breathing with double lungs: How higher education can thrive in a changing market (University Business)
Breathing with two lungs helps humans thrive. While people can function on one lung, they will not work at full capacity. Reaching their full potential becomes a challenge. Developing our second lung, however, allows us to breathe deeper with greater efficiency and endurance. Higher education is at a crossroads that demands immediate action: We must innovate with new revenue streams or face the adverse effects of an impending enrollment cliff.
Let Hope Abound with Greg Jones, Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder Podcast
A celebrated speaker, author, educator and business leader, Greg believes in supporting communities through hope-inspired leadership and instilling a sense of purpose and entrepreneurial mindset in the next generation. 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.
Christian Post: Helping your college student rediscover hope
Our students need to know they can help inspire beauty, love and hope in others through their resilience. Teaching them to recognize their own inner strength is an important way to help them find happiness within and also understand the power of hope for those around them.
Through their resilience, hope can be shared with the world in meaningful and lasting ways.