12th President Installed at North Central
Dr. Abiódún Gòkè-Paríolá was formally installed as the 12th president in the 164-year history of North Central College on November 6, 2025. “I will do everything in my power as president to fulfil the responsibilities before me, every single day, with an unwavering focus on ensuring the success of our students,” said Gòkè-Paríolá in his remarks to students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members.
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Consistent with our Community Values, North Central College faculty, staff, and students work together to foster a campus environment where acts of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct are not tolerated. Any member of the North Central College community has the right to raise concerns or file a complaint if they experience discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, or retaliation.