In 2005, when he became HPU’s seventh president, he began a $2 billion mega-transformation in academic programs and facilities that are among the finest in the nation. Highlights of HPU’s growth under Dr. Qubein’s leadership includes: 250% increase in enrollment, 449% increase in campus acreage, 206% increase in faculty, and 690% increase in operating and capital budget.
HPU’s National Board of Advisors is composed of Fortune 500 CEOs, thought leaders, and distinguished visionaries who have positively impacted the United States and the world in significant ways.
Go forth and raise strong families remembering that all you can ever leave behind is your reputation, your good works and your children for the next generation.” said Powell while giving High Point University's Commencement address.
Colin Powell
Former Secretary of State
National board of advisors
I have visited so many colleges throughout my life and High Point University is the only one I will recommend, even to my own family
Steve Wozniak
Co-founder of Apple
National board of Advisors
Daniel Burrus embraces change and a world in constant flux as opportunity,” says Dr. Nido Qubein, HPU president. “At HPU, we seek to instill this mindset in our students as we prepare them not for the world as it is, but for the world as it’s going to be
Daniel Burrus
Daniel Burrus is considered the world’s leading futurist on global trends and innovation.
National board of Advisors
I have great admiration for Dr. Qubein and the transformational work he has accomplished at High Point University
Ron Wanek
Founder and Chairman of the Board of Ashley Furniture, Inc.
National board of Advisors
We are privileged to be associated with Dr. Atala and know that the university family will benefit measurably from his expertise and wisdom
Dr. Anthony Atala
Director of Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine
National board of Advisors
Martin embodies the spirit of entrepreneurism, a trait which we seek to instill in all of our students
Martin L. Flanagan
President and Chief Executive Officer of Invesco
National board of Advisors
Rich provides valuable insight to our board and will help our students reach new heights as we prepare them for careers of tomorrow.
Rich Handler
CEO and Director of Leucadia and CEO and Chairman of the Board for Jefferies Group
National board of Advisors
There are only three things that are non-negotiable – our vision, our mission and our values. It’s not about what you achieve, but how you achieve it.
Kelly King
Chairman and CEO of BB&T Corporation
National board of Advisors
The best thing that young people and everyone can do is to be entrepreneurs and create jobs and opportunities
Bonnie McElveen-Hunter
Founder and CEO of Pace Communications & Chair of the Board of Governors of the American Red Cross
National board of Advisors
These leaders have charted their own path in life and achieved great success in business, philanthropy and more. Their work demonstrates to our students that the American dream is alive and well
Kurt L. Darrow
President and CEO of La-Z-Boy Inc.
National board of Advisors
Tim Belk lead the nation’s largest privately owned mainline department store company with sales totaling $3.5 billion in its past fiscal year.
Tim Belk
Chairman and CEO of Belk, Inc.
National board of Advisors
David King said in an interview with Dr. Qubein that one of his lessons in leadershipis to be a constant learner; he takes 45 minutes a day to learn more, read more, and listen more.