Rob DeCleene

Rob DeCleene serves as the Vice Chancellor for University Relations and Advancement at Indiana University South Bend, the largest regional campus in the IU network. In this role, Rob oversees donor, alumni, government and community relations as well as all marketing and communications efforts for the campus. In late fall 2025, Rob added oversight of the new Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) at IU South Bend to his responsibilities. The CIE aims to be a new front door for campus community and strategic partners while introducing the concepts of innovation and entrepreneurship to the students in a more deliberate, impactful and collaborative way. Prior to joining IU South Bend in June 2022, Rob was executive director of Visit South Bend Mishawaka for 12 years, with the last 4 ½ years serving in a dual role as EVP of the South Bend Regional Chamber of Commerce. Rob is a proud graduate of Indiana University’s flagship campus in Bloomington.