Jem Spectar, PhDPresident
Dr. Jem Spectar became the fifth president of the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown on July 1, 2007. With an outstanding leadership record, Dr. Spectar has been provost at Western Oregon University; associate provost of academic affairs at the University of Scranton; director of studies at Princeton University; and assistant dean of students at the University of La Verne. In announcing Dr. Spectar’s appointment, Pitt Chancellor Mark A. Nordenberg offered, “Dr. Spectar is a visionary leader and celebrated teacher with the skills and experience necessary to build effectively upon the strengths of our Johnstown campus and to enrich the lives of students, faculty, staff, and administration.”
Dr. Spectar received his BA in international studies from the University of La Verne; his MBA from Frostburg State University; his MA from The George Washington University; his JD from the University of Maryland Law School; and his MA in politics and PhD in political science from Claremont Graduate University. During his distinguished career, Dr. Spectar has published numerous articles on international law and made presentations on the pressing global issues of our time.
