The University of Tampa has appointed Michael “Mike” Hill as its new vice president for human resources and chief human resources officer, effective June 1.
Hill currently serves as chief human resources officer at North Carolina Central University, where he led initiatives to modernize HR operations and improve employee engagement. At UT, he will oversee talent acquisition, employee relations, training and development, compensation, benefits, Title IX compliance and more.
UT President Teresa Abi-Nader Dahlberg said Hill’s experience aligning HR strategies with institutional goals will be an asset.
Hill succeeds Donna Popovich, who is retiring after 40 years with the university. Popovich’s tenure included major strides in employee retention, diversity and benefits.
Hill previously held HR leadership roles at the College for Creative Studies, in Detroit, Cayman Chemical and the University of Michigan. He holds graduate degrees in human resources from Oakland and Central Michigan universities and is pursuing a doctorate from the University of Arkansas.