Ronald J. Ulrich, Alumnus and Philanthropist for Lehigh’s Performing Arts and Athletics, Has Died at Age 80

Ulrich was known for his successful career in financial services and significant generosity to the performing arts, athletics, education and conservation.

Ronald J. Ulrich ’66 ’98P ’99P ’05H, former chairman of the Lehigh Board of Trustees and Trustee Emeritus, a successful investment manager and generous benefactor to Lehigh athletics, performing arts and Zoellner Arts Center, passed away on Feb. 8, 2025. He was 80 years old.

After graduating with degrees in both engineering and business administration, Ulrich attended New York University where he earned an MBA in corporate finance.

He was founder, chairman and chief investment officer of Equinox Capital Management, LLC, which he established in 1989 after 15 years with Morgan Stanley Group. At Morgan Stanley, Ulrich cofounded their asset management division in which he oversaw investments of both individual and institutional portfolios.

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