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The Aubrey K. Lucas administration building on the University of Southern Mississippi campus
The Aubrey K. Lucas administration building on the University of Southern Mississippi campus

What’s Driving Presidential Turnover in Mississippi?

May 16, 2023

Four presidents have left Mississippi’s eight public institutions since last June, with little explanation. Critics say the system board’s hiring practices are largely to blame.

Whittier College president Linda Oubré, a woman with light brown skin and dark hair, pictured in an office.
Whittier College president Linda Oubré, a woman with light brown skin and dark hair, pictured in an office.

When Critics Come for the President

May 16, 2023

Whittier College’s president resigned last week amid rampant criticism from alumni and employees. Other embattled presidents have succumbed to similar pressures, while some remain in place.

An aerial view of the Medaille University campus
An aerial view of the Medaille University campus

An Acquisition Deal Is Called Off

May 12, 2023

Trocaire College and Medaille University were set to integrate this fall. Now the deal isn’t happening for reasons leaders haven’t revealed. Can both institutions carry on?