The University of Nebraska Regents have unanimously named Dr. Jeffery Gold as their primary candidate to replace Ted Carter Jr. as NU President, calling him a "champion for the university." This decision follows Gov. Jim Pillen's recent call for action to appoint a president. The regents defended the timing of their selection process, emphasizing the importance of finding the best person to serve the university and the state of Nebraska. Gov. Pillen expressed appreciation for the board's decision and congratulated Chancellor Gold, recognizing him as a visionary leader for UNMC.
Dr. Jeffrey Gold has been selected as the priority candidate to become the University of Nebraska's next president, following a closed session by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents. Gold, who currently serves as the chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, has been involved in various initiatives and developments within the university system. The announcement initiates a 30-day vetting period, with the potential for Gold to officially assume the role in April.
The Nebraska University Board of Regents named Dr. Jeffrey Gold as the priority candidate for president of the NU system, triggering a 30-day period for public forums. Meanwhile, Troy Dannen was announced as UNL's new athletic director, replacing Trev Alberts. The AD shakeup follows a $450 million overhaul of Memorial Stadium, with construction set to begin next year.
