Presidential Inauguration

Meet Andrew Rich

Andrew Rich became the 17th president of Franklin & Marshall College in July 2025.

A passionate champion for the liberal arts, President Rich has a deep appreciation of the power of higher education to lift new generations of leaders and to transform families and strengthen society along the way. His passion for the next generation of changemakers is rooted in the understanding that while bold ideas matter, it is young people—their perspectives, their hope, their readiness to lead—who ultimately move communities and societies forward.

That passion finds its fullest expression at Franklin & Marshall College. Here, students develop the critical thinking, adaptability, and collaborative spirit that prepare them to lead in every field, sector, and community. Under President Rich’s leadership, F&M demonstrates and advances the value proposition for the liberal arts—and its urgency—while shaping graduates who are prepared to own their influence, engage others, and make lasting impact.

President Rich is currently chair of the Board of Directors of Friends of the Truman Foundation and vice president on the Board of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation. He is also a member of the Board of the Robert Sterling Clark Foundation, Macaulay Honors College Foundation at the City University of New York, Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and Lancaster County STEM Alliance.

F&M Celebrates Inauguration of Andrew Rich as 17th President

Franklin & Marshall College marked an inspiring new chapter on April 11 with the inauguration of the 239-year-old institution’s 17th president, Andrew Rich.

“For more than 235 years, Franklin & Marshall has been a beacon for excellence in liberal arts education. We prepare students for fulfilling lives, inspiring them to achievements that enrich every sector of society.”

“Rooted in Lancaster with a lens on the world, F&M creates tomorrow’s leaders. Our graduates are global citizens and change makers. That’s the Diplomat Way, and it’s what makes this community extraordinary.”

— Andrew Rich, 17th President of Franklin & Marshall College

“I am excited to celebrate the inauguration of Andrew Rich as the College’s 17th president with members of the F&M community.”

“Under his leadership, F&M is building upon our excellent liberal arts education to prepare the next generation of leaders and innovators who will shape our society.”

— Eric Noll ’83, P’09, chair of the College’s Board of Trustees

About Franklin & Marshall College

Franklin & Marshall College is an independent, undergraduate residential college committed to excellence in the liberal arts. Founded in 1787 and located in the vibrant City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, F&M inspires students from diverse backgrounds to think critically, collaborate broadly, and own their influence.

The College offers 52 fields of study, interdisciplinary programs, and distinctive opportunities for students to engage in the Lancaster community. The F&M experience equips students to pursue their passion and make an immediate and meaningful impact in the world. Guided by the liberal arts, F&M students learn not what but how to think, forging connections—between ideas, fields, and people—to sharpen their ideas and spark innovation. Faculty mentorship and collaborative research enable students to contribute to new knowledge through hands-on experience typically reserved for graduate study. Our global campus community and partnerships with the City of Lancaster provide opportunities for our students to shape the world—starting right where they are. With a network of nearly 30,000 alumni in more than 70 countries, a record of academic distinction, and a commitment to innovation, F&M is shaping the next generation of transformative leaders and citizens our society needs.