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Texas A&M President Dr. M. Katherine Banks Resigns Amid Controversy

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Texas A&M University President Dr. M. Katherine Banks resigned from her post on Friday amid conflicts over the school’s shifting job offers to Dr. Kathleen McElroy, a journalism school director candidate who ultimately declined the position after political pushback about her diversity work, The New York Times reported.

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A Thousand Flowers Blooming

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President Blake's journey to his current position at Georgia State has been a bit different from those of many other academic leaders. From a childhood of pumping gas and bookkeeping for the family business to a career in software engineering, he developed a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Very similar to software engineering.

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President moves: Resignations and early retirements reigned in July

University Business

Following the California State System’s high-profile hire of Mildred García as chancellor over two weeks ago, two major university presidents at Texas A&M and Stanford caught the national radar following their high-profile resignations. I don’t trust the administration in their ability to have the best.”

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President moves: hearty welcomes and rocky goodbyes

University Business

Over the past two weeks, the higher education landscape has seen a handful of shifts in school leadership. Several presidents who decided to hang up their cleats and move on were lauded for their accomplishments, while others… not so much. First-time president Xavier A. Located in Melbourne, Fla.,

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President moves: Milestone hires and dramatic exits start off the month

University Business

Among the slate of presidents to announce their plans to retire in the next year, all three double as school alumni. Hired Richard Corcoran – New College of Florida Richard Corcoran has officially become the permanent president of New College of Florida after serving as interim president since January. Martin, Sr.

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Affirmative action reaction: Higher ed leaders weigh in on Supreme Court’s decision

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But Wesleyan University President Michael S. Roth and Amin Abdul-Malik Gonzalez, Vice President and Dean of Admission and Financial Aid, find the ruling tone deaf. ” In the near term It remains unclear to NASFAA what the ramifications will be on financial aid by striking down affirmative action.

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Leadership at All Levels of Higher Ed

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Landmark Leadership Results As a leader who learns how to do things and get results, President Sacks shared some favorite accomplishments at both federal and local levels: “I'm really proud of the way we leveraged CARES funds when I was at the Department of Education. As a president, I'm incredibly proud of my campus and this community.