Washington, D.C. — Georgetown University has announced that Eduardo Peñalver, the current president of Seattle University, will become the institution’s 49th president. He will officially assume the role on July 1, 2026, according to a statement released today.
Peñalver, a legal scholar and academic leader, has served as president of Seattle University since 2021. His tenure has been marked by a commitment to academic excellence, inclusion, and social justice — values that align closely with Georgetown’s Jesuit mission.
The selection of Peñalver represents a significant moment for Georgetown, as the university continues to navigate a changing higher education landscape while maintaining its status as one of the nation’s premier institutions.
Further details about the transition and inauguration plans are expected to be shared by the university in the coming months.
BREAKING: Eduardo Peñalver, the current president of Seattle University, will become Georgetown’s 49th university president on July 1, 2026, the university announced today.
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