Christopher L. Eisgruber

American lawyer and academic leader

Christopher L. Eisgruber - American lawyer and academic leader
Born

September 24th, 1961
64 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 20th president of Princeton University beginning in 2013. Previously held the position of provost at the university from 2004 to 2013. Contributed to legal scholarship in constitutional law and administrative law. Engaged in important discussions regarding higher education and diversity.

Became president of Princeton University

Served as provost of Princeton University

Published influential works in legal scholarship

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