Willamette University names Jennifer Henderson provost

Willamette University has appointed Jennifer Jacobs Henderson, a scholar and higher education professional, as the university’s next provost.

Henderson will start the role July 1, succeeding Carol Long, who is retiring after 45 years at Willamette. Long served as department chair, associate dean, and dean in the College of Arts & Sciences before her current role as provost. An English professor for over 30 years, her research specialized in twentieth century British and American literature,…