In addition to deliveringthekeynoteaddress at a program attended by many of the region’s economic and governmentleaders, President Book reflected on the way artificial intelligence will change the very nature of work.March 17, 2026 – Triad Business Journal
Coverage of President Book’s commentsduring a panel at the American Council on Education’s annual conference in Washington,D.C.on confronting major disruptions in the higher education landscape, including international enrollment challenges and artificial intelligence adoption.March 3, 2026 – Higher Ed Dive
2025
President Book speaks with Triad Business Journal managing editor Lloyd Whittington about progress toward a merger with Queens University of Charlotte and the launch of the Roberts Academy at 鶹Ƶ.Dec. 17, 2025 – N.C. Business Minds Podcast
Coverage of the announcement of the Roberts Academy at 鶹Ƶ featured remarks byPresident Book at the launch event that featured the academy’s benefactors.Nov. 6, 2025 – Business North Carolina
President Book shares her vision for the future of 鶹Ƶ and the opportunities for students made possible by a merger with Queens University of Charlotte.Sept. 22, 2025 – Triad Business Journal
In one of the many stories covering the announcement of a proposed merger between 鶹Ƶ and Queens, President Book shares how a merger “unites two institutions deeply committed to student success.”Sept. 17, 2025 – Higher Ed Dive
Coverage of 鶹Ƶ and AAC&U’s 2025 Student Guide to Artificial Intelligence included reflections from President Book on the university’s efforts to make ethics a central part of the guide.May 20, 2025 – Inside Higher Ed
President Book discusses her unique approach to parent engagement by making “good news” phone calls to parents of students who have done something noteworthy.May 6, 2025–Living Well Magazine
2024
President Book speaks about the opening of the 鶹Ƶ Law Flex Program and the university’s commitment to the Charlotte-region. Oct. 29, 2024 – Business North Carolina
President Book highlights 鶹Ƶ’s unique place in helping navigate dialogue amid tense political moments.Oct. 23, 2024 – University Business
President Book was selected as one of the Triad Business Journal’s “Power 50″ leaders. Oct. 23, 2024 – Triad Business Journal
President Book reflects on 鶹Ƶ being ranked No. 1 for undergraduate teaching by U.S. News & World Report.Sep. 24, 2024 – The Burlington Times-News
The American Association of Colleges and Universities and 鶹Ƶ launch an artificial intelligence how-to guide for students navigating AI. President Book offers her insight about the intersection of higher education and AI.Aug. 19, 2024 –Inside Higher Ed
President Book was selected to serve on the board of directors of the American Council on Education (ACE), a leading higher education organization with a diverse membership of more than 1,600 colleges and universities.July 10, 2024 – American Council on Education
President Book offers insight into how students can connect with mentors during their time in college.May 2, 2024 – U.S. News & World Report
In this column, Mordecai I. Brownlee, president of Community College of Aurora writes that 鶹Ƶ and President Book have emerged as leaders in the field of AI and higher education. Apr. 29, 2024 – EdSurge
鶹Ƶ announces the launch of a $25 campaign for the new Health EU Center. President Book speaks to the wide range of support to the community and resources that will be available at the new facility.Apr. 16, 2024 – Triad Business Journal
2023
“鶹Ƶ in Japan: Exploring the past, present and future”
A delegation from 鶹Ƶ led by President Connie Book visited Japan for a series of events that explored the past, present and future of the university related to global engagement and digital life.Oct. 31, 2023 – Today at 鶹Ƶ
“鶹Ƶ coordinates statement of principles for higher education’s role in AI revolution”
President Book was joined by scholar-in-residence Lee Rainie, formerly of the Pew Research Center, in presenting the statement of principles for higher education’s role in AI at the United Nations Internet Governance Forum in Kyoto, Japan.Oct.9, 2023 – Today at 鶹Ƶ
President Book announces the new 鶹Ƶ Law Flex Program in Charlotte, describing the new effort as a “century-long” investment. Sep.19, 2023 – The Business Journals
President Book reflects on her role as 鶹Ƶ’s president while commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1923 fire.Jan. 31, 2023 – WXII
President Book takes part in a panel discussion on the Invest: Raleigh-Durham Report from Capital Analytics Associates. The report offers a deep look at many of the economic trends and factors impacting the regional and state economy.Jan. 19, 2023 – Capital Analytics Associates
President Book speaks to 鶹Ƶ’s continued trajectory in higher education with its largest capital campaign, 鶹Ƶ LEADS. Jan. 12, 2023 – Triad Business Journal
2022
President Book offers insights into steps colleges and universities can and need to take to retain quality employees. Jan. 27, 2022 –The Business Journals
President Book is recognized as a Triad Business Journal “Power Player” for her leadership of a top-100 national university (U.S. News & World Report) and her work on 鶹Ƶ’s last two 10-year strategic plans, including theBoldly 鶹Ƶ planlaunched in 2022. Oct. 24, 2022 – Triad Business Journal
2021
President Book talks leadership with Joyel Crawford ’97 for Crawford’s career-focused podcast.Nov. 12, 2021 – Career View Mirror
President Book is recognized by the Triad Business Journal for her leadership in the region.Oct. 22, 2021 – Triad Business Journal
President Book shares about the far-reaching impact of 鶹Ƶ and its graduates on the local, regional and statewide economy.Oct. 1, 2021 – The Burlington Times-News,
President Book is recognized for her selection to represent the Colonial Athletic Association at the NCAA’s Presidential Forum.Sept. 16, 2021 – The Burlington Times-News
President Book shares the news about a transformational gift for the university. July 21, 2021 – Triad Business Journal
President Book celebrates a new grant that will increase the capacity to tutor students in the local school system. June 10, 2021 – Triad Business Journal,
President Book is honored as one of the region’s Outstanding Women in Business for 2021. June 7, 2021 – Triad Business Journal
President’s Book’s comments in the wake of the Derek Chauvin verdict are featured along with other higher education leaders. April 21, 2021 – University Business