Office of the Chancellor
Douglas A. Girod is the 18th chancellor of the University of Kansas. In this role, Chancellor Girod leads KU's mission to educate leaders, build healthy communities and make discoveries that change the world.
Chancellor Douglas A. Girod
Chancellor Girod has established a bold vision for the University of Kansas to be a destination for top scholars from across the world, an engine of economic growth for Kansas, and one of the nation’s leading research universities.
Chancellor's Messages
KU to provide 3% pay increase for employees
All KU employees across all campuses will receive a 3% increase in base pay, effective in January 2027.
KU achieves record-high enrollment for third straight year
For the third consecutive year, KU has achieved its highest overall enrollment in history, according to annual data released Sept. 30.
Advancing One KU: Integrating AIRE and creating the Strategy Office
Corinne Bannon now leads an integrated One KU Analytics, Institutional Research & Effectiveness (AIRE) office and a new One KU Strategy Office.
Positioning KU to thrive
Chancellor Girod and Provost/EVC Arash Mafi share a message about how KU funds its mission, balances investments and honors academic values.
"3, 2, One KU" Weekly Memo
Each Monday, Chancellor Girod shares his "3, 2, One KU" memo, which includes updates and thoughts for the week ahead. The title of the memo is derived from the format: each edition includes three things to know, two things to share, and one reflection on how our "One KU" initiative is enhancing collaboration across our campuses.
State of the University Address
Chancellor Girod delivered his annual State of the University Address on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2026.
Invite the Chancellor to your event
Chancellor Girod strives to attend as many campus events as possible.
"The work we do at KU changes lives and improves the world in meaningful ways. I look forward to collaborating with students, faculty, staff and KU supporters everywhere to continue this work on behalf of the state and society we serve."
Douglas A. Girod
Chancellor