John Whelan
About John Whelan
John Whelan serves as the Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Yale University, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in human resources, having previously worked at institutions such as Indiana University, Baylor University, and Bristol-Myers Squibb.
Current Role at Yale University
John Whelan serves as the Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Yale University. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the university's human resources strategy and operations in New Haven, Connecticut. His role involves overseeing HR initiatives, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Prior to his current role at Yale University, John Whelan held multiple positions in higher education. He served as the Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Indiana University from 2018 to 2021. Before that, he was the Associate Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Indiana University from 2014 to 2018. He also worked at Baylor University in various HR leadership roles, including Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer in 2014 and Associate Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer from 2009 to 2014.
Experience at Bristol-Myers Squibb
John Whelan worked at Bristol-Myers Squibb as an Associate Director and HR Manager from 2001 to 2003. During his two years in Evansville, Indiana, he focused on human resources management and contributed to the company's HR practices.
Educational Background
John Whelan earned a Bachelor's degree in American Studies from the University of Notre Dame. He furthered his education by obtaining a Juris Doctor (JD) from Notre Dame Law School, where he studied law from 1993 to 1996. This educational background supports his expertise in human resources and legal compliance.
Leadership Roles in CUPA-HR
John Whelan has been actively involved in CUPA-HR, serving as Chair of the National Board of Directors from 2018 to 2019. He was also a National Board Member from 2014 to 2020. His leadership in this organization reflects his commitment to advancing human resources practices in higher education.