University System of Georgia (USG) Chancellor Sonny Perdue today named Cynthia Robinson Alexander as interim president of Savannah State University, effective July 1, 2023.
She will serve upon the departure of Savannah State President Kimberly Ballard-Washington, who has announced she will step down from the post.
Alexander, who holds a doctorate in law, currently serves as USG’s associate vice chancellor for finance. She leads the Board of Regents’ management of all alternative financing transactions including the system’s $2.7 billion public-private venture portfolio.
“Ms. Alexander brings a passion for higher education and student success, a sharp business acumen and a wealth of experience from both outside and within the university system to one of our most historic institutions,” USG Chancellor Sonny Perdue said. “Savannah State University as the oldest public historically Black college and university in Georgia plays a critical role in helping more students graduate college and prosper in the workforce. We’re grateful to President Ballard-Washington for her dedicated service and welcome Cynthia into her new role at an institution we strongly support.”
Alexander has over 30 years of leadership experience in business and higher education, having successfully worked on highly complex financial and business transactions and led cross-disciplinary teams in implementing creative solutions to address challenges.
Since joining USG in 2009, she has worked closely with institutional presidents, chief business officers, foundations, university system leadership as well as external stakeholders including other state agencies, rating agencies, banks and financial institutions to provide needed support for facilities while prioritizing affordability for students.
Alexander has long been active in the greater Atlanta community. She is a graduate of Leadership Atlanta and was a board member for the Atlanta chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Her work…
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