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SALT LAKE CITY — The University of Utah has a new president, and one who was taken from within their faculty.
The State Board of Regents Friday selected David W. Pershing as the 15th president of the university. He currently serves as the senior vice president for academic affairs at the U.
Pershing succeeds Michael Young, who left last year to become president of the University of Washington.
Pershing was selected from more than 80 candidates who were considered by the committee.
“I am honored to have the opportunity to lead the University of Utah into its next growth phase," Pershing said in a statement. "When I arrived at the U. three decades ago, my sole ambition was to become an effective teacher in the Chemical Engineering Department. I never dreamed that I would be given so many wonderful opportunities — to teach bright, inquisitive students, pursue exciting research and, in my most recent role overseeing academic affairs, help shape the remarkable trajectory of this institution.
"Now I am eager to work with our superb faculty, deans, cabinet, trustees and staff to accelerate our efforts. I am committed to ensuring that the U. sustains its focus on academic excellence, outstanding health care, and cutting-edge scholarship and research, while finding innovative ways to support our amazing students and maximize our economic contribution to the state of Utah.”
More details will be posted soon.
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