Let's make this birthday one to remember.

81 years old (Born on February 02, 1944)

Happy Birthday, President Gee! You've led more universities than most people have sweatshirts for—Ohio State, Brown University, West Virginia University—and that's just naming a few. Your bow ties alone deserve their own honorary degree!

From your legendary selfies with students to your unmatched enthusiasm at campus events, you've made academia feel less stuffy and infinitely more fun. Whether it's rallying crowds or charming alumni donors, you always bring humor and warmth.

Here's wishing the happiest of birthdays to higher education's favorite traveling president. May this year be filled with as many joyful moments as campuses you've inspired!