It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that former UNC president Richard Bond passed away on Oct. 26.
Current President Andy Feinstein noted, “Dick was a great leader, and the legacy he left on our university is eternal. He cared deeply about UNC and worked tirelessly on behalf of our students, faculty, and staff. While this news is sad, I hope you will join me in celebrating Dick’s life and many contributions to the university and broader community.”
Richard Bond
Bond came to UNC from Illinois State University in 1971 and served as president until 1981. As the institution's 9th president, he was committed to the idea of making education as accessible as possible and believed in expanding the university’s role beyond the confines of the campus. During his tenure, Bond worked to position UNC as an innovative, student-oriented and accessible institution. Even after his retirement, he remained involved in both the Greeley and UNC communities, including actively participating in UNC’s Emeritus Faculty Council.
Bond’s legacy and contributions to the university were formally recognized in 2005 with the naming of Bond Hall. The historic residence hall, one of four that bears the name of former presidents, sits along UNC’s President’s Row on Central Campus.
Photo courtesy of UNC Archives.
Photo courtesy of UNC Archives.
Dick Bond, pictured at right, joined the celebration for the presidential investiture of Andy Feinstein on April 12, 2019.
Bond Hall, located on Central Campus' Presidents Row.
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