Andrew Richner
Regent Andrew Richner, a Republican from Grosse Pointe Park, was elected to the University's Board of Regents in 2002 and currently serves as the board's chair.
Richner graduated with honors from the University's School of Business in 1982 and went on to earn a law degree from the University's Law School in 1986.
While in law school, Richner was a contributing editor to the Michigan Law Review and served as an intern in the Office of Counsel to the President under President Ronald Reagan.
Richner is a partner at the law firm Clark Hill, PLC, where he specializes in government relations and public affairs. Prior to joining Clark Hill, Richner served three terms, from 1997 to 2002, in the Michigan House of Representatives. He also served two terms on the Wayne County Board of Commissioners, from 1993 to 1996, and one term on the Grosse Park City Council, from 1991 to 1993.
Richner is married and has two children, a son and daughter.
Recent articles
picking the next provost
While quick, Hanlon selection was much considered
By: Kyle Swanson
University administrators said in a series of interviews yesterday that Hanlon’s selection as Sullivan’s eventual successor was in the works before anyone knew whether Sullivan would be chosen for the presidency at the University of Virginia.
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picking the next provost
Regents, 'U' administrators outline necessary qualities for Sullivan's successor
By: Kyle Swanson
When University Provost Teresa Sullivan was announced as the next president of the University of Virginia yesterday, it left many on campus wondering who would fill the shoes she will leave behind.
University of Virginia picks 'U' Provost Sullivan as next president
- Courtesy of University of Virginia
By: Jacob Smilovitz
University Provost Teresa Sullivan was selected yesterday to become the University of Virginia's eighth president and the first female president in the school’s history.
David Brandon officially introduced as University's next athletic director
- Max Collins/Daily
By: Kyle Swanson
Ending a two-month search, University officials announced yesterday morning that Domino’s Pizza chairman and CEO David Brandon will be the next athletic director.
Andrew Richner named next University Board of Regents chair
By: Stephanie Steinberg
University Regent Andrew Richner (R–Gross Pointe Park), former vice chair of the University Board of Regents, was named chair of the board at the regents meeting June 18.
