LMU 17th President Tom Poon, Ph.D.

President Thomas Poon, Ph.D.

Thomas Poon assumed his role as the 17th President of Loyola Marymount University on June 1, 2025.

Meet President Poon

Mission in Action

President Poon shares how LMU is living its mission through discernment, student opportunity, and community engagement.

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Inauguration

Sacred Heart Bell Tower

December 9, 2025

President Thomas Poon was inaugurated on December 9, 2025, marking a momentous milestone for the university. The ceremony brought together regional and religious leaders, delegates from universities worldwide, and members of the LMU community. Explore the highlights on the inauguration webpage.

Inauguration Highlights

Presidential Communications

LMU President Thomas Poon speaks at an LMU Event

Catch up on President Poon’s latest announcements, speeches, letters to the community, videos, and media appearances.

Media & Communications

Submit Your Question to President Poon

Leadership

LMU President Thomas Poon and University Leadership

Executive Team

Get to know the President’s Cabinet, the Academic Deans, and other key leaders of LMU.

LMU Executive LEadership

Past Presidents

Brush up on LMU history through the transformative stewards of our mission.

Past Presidents

Contact The President's Office

Contact Mailing Address
Office of the President
University Hall
1 LMU Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659

President Poon's Email Address
president@lmu.edu

By Telephone
310.338.2775 (voice)
310.338.2766 (fax)

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