³Ô¹Ï¹ÙÍø accepted the resignation of Kent Buchanan, Ph.D., as the vice president of academic affairs.

Dr. Buchanan served as ³Ô¹Ï¹ÙÍø State vice president of academic affairs since March 2020 and made many positive contributions to the University during his tenure. Dr. Buchanan played a pivotal role during COVID, ensuring students and faculty were supported during this time. He willingly took on additional roles leading enrollment; admissions; and student success initiatives; served in a critical leadership role during a significant transition at the University; and taught upper-level courses in STEM.

Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs Margaret Doell, M.F.A., agreed to serve as acting vice president.