Guy Bailey was the president of the University of Alabama, his baccalaureate alma mater.
10 Facts About Guy Bailey
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Guy Bailey did postdoctoral studies at Emory University and Stanford University.
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Guy Bailey is the author of over 100 books and articles.
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On July 2,2008, Guy Bailey was selected to succeed Jon Whitmore as the president of Texas Tech University.
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On July 11,2012, Guy Bailey was named the incoming president of the University of Alabama.
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On October 31,2012, Guy Bailey announced he was stepping down as president of the University, to focus on his wife's healthcare needs.
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Guy Bailey was announced as the sole finalist, and de facto incoming president, on 28 April 2014.
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Guy Bailey is known nationally for his work in linguistics and has often researched jointly with his wife.
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Guy Bailey has two adult children, Jordan and Brooks, from his first marriage.
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Guy Bailey was married to his second wife Jan Tillery-Bailey until her death on September 1,2013.