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education2 years ago

Leadership Changes at WVU: Alsop Departs, Gee Implements Strategic Reorganization

Rob Alsop, the Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at West Virginia University (WVU), has announced his departure from the university early next year. Alsop, who has served in the position for six years, will continue as a special advisor to WVU President Gordon Gee until the end of January. In response to Alsop's departure, Gee plans to reorganize the unit that Alsop has directed. Alsop has been instrumental in WVU's academic transformation, including recent cuts to majors and faculty positions. Gee expressed his appreciation for Alsop's leadership and service, and Alsop expressed his love for WVU and wished the university the best for its next chapter.

education2 years ago

WVU Vice President Resigns Amid University Restructuring

Rob Alsop, the Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at West Virginia University (WVU), has announced his departure from the university early next year. Alsop, who has served in the position for six years, will continue as a special advisor to WVU President Gordon Gee until the end of January. In response to Alsop's departure, Gee plans to reorganize the unit that Alsop has directed. Alsop has been instrumental in WVU's academic transformation, including recent cuts to majors and faculty positions. Gee expressed his appreciation for Alsop's leadership and service, and Alsop expressed his love for WVU and wished the university the best for its next chapter.

education2 years ago

WVU Faculty Overwhelmingly Votes 'No Confidence' in President Gordon Gee

The West Virginia University Faculty Assembly has passed a resolution of no confidence in President Gordon Gee's leadership, citing mismanagement of university finances and a lack of transparency. Gee defended his record, highlighting fundraising efforts and medical advancements. This is the second vote of no confidence in Gee since 2021. The formal results will be presented to university leadership, and the assembly also voted to freeze the academic transformation process. The final decision on program cuts will be made on September 15.