President Lewis of Houghton University sitting at desk with purple bible.

President

Wayne D. Lewis, Jr.

Sixth President of Houghton University

A noted teacher, scholar and leader in higher education, government and P12 schools, Wayne D. Lewis, Jr. serves as the 6th President of Houghton University. He is recognized as being a champion for students and families. He writes, speaks and teaches on Christian leadership, organizational leadership and federal and state education policy.

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Highlights


2021

Inaugurated as Houghton's 6th President

2022

Houghton College becomes Houghton University

+900

3 Consecutive Years of Enrollment Growth

Strong Statement in Defense of Women's Athletics

Launched Kingdom Initiative Celebrating Cultural Diversity of the Kingdom of God

$2.25M+

Raised on the 2025 One Day Giving Challenge


President Lewis at the Alumni Awards at Houghton College

โ€œFor generations, Houghton has equipped Christian leaders, but I firmly believe the next chapter of its story will be one of growth, wider reach and greater impact than the University has ever experienced.โ€

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