Elected: 2023
Current Term Ends: 2027
Committee: Academic Affairs & Student Experience, Philanthropy & Engagement (chair), Executive
Rev. Dr. Carlos Perkins is an assistant research scientist and Associate Director of Engagement in the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University. He plays a lead role in developing partnerships across a diverse range of faith-based organizations and networks, with experience and expertise in working within BIPOC communities. He is the Senior Pastor of Bethel Cathedral African Methodist Episcopal Church – Indianapolis. Previously, Perkins served as a school principal outside of Indianapolis and has served in educational and ministerial leadership roles in the U.S. Virgin Islands as well as in the Washington, D.C., and Baltimore areas. At IC, he works with ICUnity and has served on a variety of alumni boards. He was awarded the 2022 Humanitarian Alumni Award.