Higher Education Leader & American Literature Scholar; President of Amherst College; Former Dean at Emory University

Amherst, MA, USA
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Michael A. Elliott Biography

Michael A. Elliott is the 20th president of Amherst College, known for his leadership in higher education and scholarship in American literature and culture. Before returning to his alma mater as president, Elliott served as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Emory University, where he led initiatives to diversify faculty and student bodies, expanded undergraduate research opportunities, and directed the largest fundraising campaign in the college’s history. His academic work includes publications on the history of fiction in the United States, Native American literature, and public history, and he has contributed as an editor to major literary anthologies.

At Amherst, Elliott has developed a strategic vision focused on strengthening student culture and belonging, enhancing the college as a workplace, and deepening its commitment to the greater good. He has introduced programs such as "Serving the Greater Good," which expands curricular offerings on democratic society and community engagement, as well as post-graduate fellowships and social impact grants to support students pursuing careers in public service. Elliott’s public addresses and media appearances, including at the Aspen Ideas Festival and on the Urban Institute podcast, highlight his focus on inclusive institutional change and his ability to communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences.

Elliott’s tenure has addressed contemporary challenges facing liberal arts education, including pressures from federal policy and shifts in campus demographics. He is recognized for his commitment to educational equity, advocacy for the liberal arts, and leadership through public speaking. Elliott’s approach emphasizes collaboration, reflection, and preparing students to become principled leaders in all areas of society.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/09/2025.

Michael A. Elliott Videos

Conversation with Sen. Chris Coons | Michael A. Elliott

Conversation with Sen. Chris Coons | Michael A. Elliott

Uploaded by AmherstCollege on 2025-07-07.

Inaugural Address at Amherst College | Michael A. Elliott

Inaugural Address at Amherst College | Michael A. Elliott

The Inaugural Address delivered by Michael A. Elliott ’92, 20th President of Amherst College delivered on October 28, 2022. A video of the entire...

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