John S. Tanner

John S. Tanner served as Academic Vice President of Brigham Young University from June 1, 2004, to February 1, 2011. Prior to this, he served as Associate Academic Vice President in two previous BYU administrations, as well as chair of the English Department. Dr. Tanner received a BA in English from Brigham Young University in 1974 (magna cum laude and Highest Honors), and a PhD from the University of California at Berkeley in 1980. He was an assistant professor at The Florida State University before coming to BYU, where he holds the rank of Professor of English. He has also been a Senior Fulbright Lecturer in Brazil. Dr. Tanner’s first professional love is teaching. He is the recipient of several teaching awards, along with other academic honors. John Tanner is married to Susan Winder Tanner. They currently reside in Brazil, where he has been serving as president of the Brazil São Paulo South Mission since July 1, 2011.