Leadership
Welcome to Union Presbyterian Seminary, a community rooted in more than two centuries of theological education and formation. Since relocating from Hampden-Sydney College in 1898, the seminary has grown into a place of vibrant learning, offering diverse degree programs, a renowned faculty, and one of the region’s most respected theological libraries. Whether you are exploring a call to ministry, pursuing advanced study, reconnecting as an alum, engaging in continuing education through the Leadership Institute, or supporting our mission, Union Presbyterian Seminary invites you to learn, connect, and belong. This is your seminary.
Executive Staff of the President
Jacqueline E. Lapsley
President
Tamica Goode
Vice President for Finance and Administration
Lee Hinson-Hasty
Vice President for Advancement
Lisa McLennan
Vice President and Dean of Students, Charlotte Campus
Dan Ott
Vice President for Academic Affairs and Academic Dean
Shawn Oliver
Vice President for Strategy & Institutional Effectiveness
Sheridan Taylor
Executive Assistant to President and Secretary to the Board of TrusteesBoard Members
Lori Raible
Board Chair
John M. Woods
Vice Chair
Jan Myers Cook
Secretary
Steve Allred
Board Member
David H. Baggs
Board Member
Shell K. Berry
Board Member
Gilbert T. Bland
Board Member
Peter A. Bynum
Board Member
M. Terry Coffey
Board Member
Marvin P. Daniel
Board Member
Mary Sue Donahue
Board Member
Delano P. Douglas
Board Member
Christopher H. Edmonston
Board Member
Doug Faris
Board Member
J. S. Randolph Harris
Board Member
Larceeda British Hyrams
Board Member
Hyung-Joo Howard Kim
Board Member
Sandy Irby
Board Member
William F. Lewis
Board Member
Jennifer F. McDevitt
Board Member
Ann Canter Nickels
Board Member
Nelson M. E. B. Reveley
Board Member
Mary Mauzé Siff
Board Member
James G. Somerville
Board Member
Brent A. Torstrick
Board Member
James W. Wagner
Board Member
Peter M. Wherry
Board Member
William T. Thompson
Life Trustee
Jabriel Malik Hasan
Alumni Representative
Lolimarta Ros Reiter
Alumni Representative
William Croskeys Royall
Alumni Representative
Holly Bannan
Student Representative, Charlotte Campus
