Tennessee State University Seeks New Interim President

Tennessee State University (TSU) is experiencing significant leadership changes as interim President Ronald Johnson resigns after just six months, prompting the board of trustees to seek a new interim leader. This upheaval follows a history of state underfunding, totaling $2.1 billion over 30 years, despite recent state funding of $250 million to address financial issues. In contrast, at Lake Forest College, the Interim Vice President for Campus Life successfully navigated a staffing gap by hiring a TNG consultant to manage Title IX compliance effectively. Meanwhile, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx is stepping down as Republican leader on the House Education and Workforce Committee, advocating for a conservative higher education reform agenda amid declining confidence in colleges. President-elect Donald Trump's commitment to dismantling the Department of Education has ignited debate over federal involvement in education, while Tennessee Tech University continues to prepare graduates for the evolving educational landscape. These developments highlight the ongoing challenges and transformations within higher education in the U.S.