Chancellor Schmidt to leave UW-Eau Claire

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

67% : "Over three decades in public higher education has prepared me to lead this great institution into the future, and I am committed to leading JMU's vision and strategic direction, enhancing academic excellence and research, and ensuring an exceptional student experience.
64% : He was an active champion of higher education in the region, and it served that campus community extraordinarily well.
61% : It was named the top masters-level university for excellence in undergraduate research by the Council for Undergraduate Research in 2016 and is currently the only master's-level university in Wisconsin among the top 20 nationally for student participation in study abroad.
57% : "As chancellor, he has guided UW-Eau Claire's students, faculty and staff with care and commitment, as evidenced by his ability to advocate for state resources for a new science facility and to forge healthcare partnerships for the betterment of both students and community members across western Wisconsin," Phelps said.

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