Presidents Office

CNU President William G. Kelly wears a bright blue academic robe with black trim stands behind a wooden podium, speaking into a microphone.

President Kelly’s Winter Commencement Remarks

December 16, 2025

A mascot dressed as Captain Christopher Newport, a young woman, and an older man in a suit—stand in front of a fountain and a blue table.

New Seedlings, New Year, New Hope

Adoption event inspires support for coastal resilience research

November 24, 2025

A crowd of university student-athletes, faculty and staff stand on the stage with Christopher Newport President William Kelly and his wife Angie

President Kelly: "It’s Our Time!"

University positioned for bright, thriving future, anchored in excellence

August 19, 2025

CNU President Kelly stands in graduation regalia at a podium.

President Kelly’s Spring Commencement Remarks

May 17, 2025

President Kelly in graduation regalia stands at a lectern

President Kelly’s Winter Commencement Remarks

December 18, 2024

CNU President William Kelly stands at a podium to deliver the State of the University.

President Kelly: "We Are All Captains"

Tells faculty, staff "Our future is bright"

August 20, 2024

President Kelly stands at a podium facing community members while members of the Newport News School Board look on.

President Kelly's Remarks to the Newport News School Board

February 21, 2024

President William G. Kelly stands beside Louise Byrne '23 and Kayla Caine '23 in front of a plaque that on the wall of the new multicultural center.

New Space for Diversity to Thrive

Class gift creates room for inclusivity and respect.

October 26, 2023

President Kelly raises his right hand and has his left on a Bible held by his wife Angie. Kelly is wearing blue robes with a black stole. The Kellys son Patrick, daughter-in-law Ellen and grandson Liam stand to the left and look on as he takes the oath.

“We Are All in For the Future”

William G. Kelly inaugurated as Christopher Newport’s sixth president

August 14, 2023

President Kelly stands at a podium wearing a black hat, blue robes and a black stole. A partial view of Christopher Newport's seal can be seen behind him.

President William G. Kelly's Inaugural Address

As prepared for delivery on Aug. 14, 2023

August 14, 2023

President William and Mrs. Kelly pose for their official portrait at Three Oaks.

Preparations underway for Inauguration of President William G. Kelly

Weeklong celebration planned to welcome President and Mrs. Kelly

August 9, 2023

The backs of President Select William and Mrs. Angie Kelly as they walk down the stairs at the announcement of William becoming the next president of Christopher Newport University.

Behind the Scenes: Announcing the Sixth President of Christopher Newport University

Enjoy some behind-the-scenes photos of President Select William G. Kelly and his wife Angie being announced as the Sixth President of Christopher Newport University.

February 6, 2023

The Admiral Becomes a Captain

Superintendent of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Selected as Sixth President of Christopher Newport University

February 2, 2023