Washington University in St. Louis is led by Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton, the university’s 14th chancellor. Chancellor Wrighton is seen frequently outside of his office as he participates in campus activities, athletic games, student research fairs and outreach events. Wrighton is also a Professor of Chemistry.

Members of the Board of Trustees, University Council and Provost share Chancellor Wrighton’s vision that Washington University in St. Louis is one of the world's top research and teaching universities.

• Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton

  As the university’s chief executive officer, Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton leads approximately 13,000 faculty and staff, 13,000 students and oversees the university's total operating budget of $1.8 billion.

• Board of Trustees

  Led by Chair Stephen F. Brauer and composed of 50 leaders from various professions, Board members work in committees and serve as the chief governing body of the university.

• Office of the Provost

  The Provost works to continually improve the university community by establishing university-wide initiatives for curriculum, diversity and global outreach. As chief academic officer of the university, the Provost oversees teaching, learning, scholarship and research across the university.

• University Council

  The university’s senior leadership advises the chancellor and is composed of divisional academic deans; and leaders from alumni & development, general counsel, administration, and research.

Throughout its century and a half, only 14 chancellors have led Washington University. To learn more, please visit the First 13 Chancellors page.