Dr. Hugh Sherman

Served as the 22^nd President of Ohio University for a two-year term effective June 14, 2021. Helped the University to stabilize enrollments and finances. Currently teaches strategy at Ohio University and serves on several college and university boards as well as a regional health system.

From 2007 to 2021, Dr. Sherman has served as dean of Ohio University’s College of Business and the Corlett Chair of Strategy and Senior Economic Policy Fellow in the Voinovich School for Leadership & Public Affairs. 

During this time, the College of Business has more than doubled in size, serving 3800 undergraduate and graduate students. Student success measures including retention, 4- and 6-year graduation rates and placement at time of graduation have improved tremendously. As a result, the College has been consistently recognized in the top fifty undergraduate business schools in the country.

Hugh Sherman launched his professional career with Swatch Watch (formerly SMH Corporation), a large Swiss watch and electronics manufacturer in 1974. He served as vice president of marketing until 1986 and during that time, was responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies for a $50 million division.

He holds a B.A. in economics and political science from Guelph University (Canada), an MBA from Northeastern University, and a Ph.D. in strategic management and international business from Temple University. His research interests include corporate governance, entrepreneurship, and economic development.