Nashville, TN, August 13, 2024 – Tennessee State University’s Interim President, Ronald A. Johnson, unveiled his First 100 Day Action Plan during the university’s Fall Faculty Staff Institute on Monday, August 12. The plan, which began on July 8, introduces the Trajectory Change Initiative (TCI), a year-long effort focused on leadership transition, operational stabilization, and university transformation.

Dr. Johnson brings nearly 20 years of leadership experience in higher education, having co-founded the HBCU Executive Leadership Institute at Clark Atlanta University and served in key advisory roles for national organizations. He is also an accomplished economist and investment manager, with a background in managing multi-billion-dollar portfolios and holding senior positions at major financial institutions.

Dr. Johnson’s First 100 Day Action Plan and the TCI are designed to address the pressing challenges facing TSU, ensuring that the university remains future-ready and poised for success in the years to come.

Please view the First 100 Day Plan here.