Lee Roberts appointed interim chancellor at UNC-Chapel Hill

Lee H. Roberts, a finance executive and former state budget director, has been named the interim chancellor of UNC-Chapel Hill. Roberts, who has a deep commitment to public service and a strong interest in supporting higher education, will assume his new role on January 12. He plans to prioritize smooth transition, meeting the needs of students and faculty, and leaving the institution in a better state than he found it. Roberts emphasizes the importance of nonpartisanship and working with individuals from all political affiliations. As a graduate of Duke University leading UNC-Chapel Hill, he acknowledges the divide but expresses his enthusiasm for supporting the Tar Heels.