Standing on the shoulders of more than a century of higher education leaders, UNC Asheville Chancellors have each contributed to the University's strong foundation for future generations. Tradition and Future Vision The iconic maples on UNC Asheville’s Quad are a favorite spot for the campus community, and following the Chancellor’s Installation activities, eight of these trees were dedicated as recognition for the University's eight chancellors. The current and former leaders gathered in April to celebrate their steadfast leadership and enduring commitment to the University.
Former chancellors and representatives of former chancellors, Sandra Hayes & John Highsmith representing his father William E. Highsmith, Lin & Dave Brown, Anne Ponder, and Nancy Schuman representing her husband Sam Schuman gather with Chancellor Cable at one of the newly dedicated maples on the University Quad.