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Born on April 25, 1940, Edward A. Nicholson discusses his work at Indiana University, specifically at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne, or IPFW. At IPFW, he served first as vice chancellor, and then chancellor of that regional campus. In this interview, he discusses the difficulties and complications that arose due to the fact that IPFW was under the joint control of Indiana University and Purdue University. He speaks of the different philosophies and policies of each of these universities and the implications for IPFW. In addition, Nicholson discusses the strengths and many positive aspects of the Fort Wayne campus and the influence of specific university presidential administrations, especially that of John Ryan at Indiana University.