Lapin appointed vice president for communications

Lisa Lapin, associate vice president for university at Stanford University since 2008, has been promoted to a new post as vice president for university , effective Nov. Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne announced the appointment, saying the new position, reporting to him, reflects his view of the importance to the university community of open and effective internal and external communication. 'Lisa brings extensive communication and leadership experience, and deep understanding of Stanford's culture as well as the rapidly evolving digital, media and landscape, - said Tessier-Lavigne. 'Effective communication is critical to the success of the university, and open communication will be fundamental to this administration. Lisa has demonstrated dedication to these principles and is widely respected and trusted at Stanford and beyond. I'm delighted to expand her role in this important new position for Stanford.' The vice president for university reports to the president, advising campus leaders and managing the university's central operations. The Office of University includes internal and external communication programs, media relations, web and digital platforms, crisis response, the Stanford News Service, Stanford Report and Stanford Video.