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UWF President Martha Saunders Has Resigned : NorthEscambia.com
- Martha Saunders has announced her resignation as President of the University of West Florida, effective before her contract ends on December 31, stating it was a difficult decision.
- Saunders, who served since 2017, described her presidency as one of the great honors of her life and highlighted accomplishments during her tenure.
- The resignation follows Governor Ron DeSantis's push for significant changes at UWF, including controversial trustee appointments, and concerns over the university's direction.
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‘Not an easy choice’: University of West Florida president to leave post
TALLAHASSEE — Continuing major turnover in the leadership of state universities and colleges, University of West Florida President Martha Saunders announced Monday she will step down from her post. Saunders, who became president of the Pensacola-based school in 2017 and is the longest-serving president in the university system, did not detail reasons for deciding to leave the job but said in a message to the university community that serving in …
'Disappointment': Head of Florida school quits as Ron DeSantis crusade gathers speed
University of West Florida President Martha Saunders will resign months ahead of the expiration of her contract on Dec. 31, she announced Monday morning. She has served as president since 2017. The resignation came after Gov. Ron DeSantis made clear his intention to overhaul the Pensacola university, including controversial trustee appointments and criticisms of university research and student activities. “In accordance with the terms of my co…
UWF President Out Amid Trustee Tensions
University of West Florida President Martha Saunders announced her resignation Monday amid tensions with newly appointed members of the Board of Trustees. “In accordance with the terms of my contract, and after thoughtful reflection, I have made the decision to conclude my presidency. This was not an easy choice. I know it may come as a surprise, and for some, a disappointment. Please know I did not make it lightly. I believe this is the right …
UWF President Martha Saunders Announces Resignation
University of West Florida President Martha Saunders announced Monday she will step down from her position. Saunders shared the news in a message to faculty and students, saying the decision came in accordance with the terms of her contract. “In accordance with the terms of my contract, and after thoughtful reflection, I have made the decision to conclude my presidency,” she wrote. “This was not an easy choice. I know it may come as a surprise, …
University of West Florida president resigns amid DeSantis-driven overhaul
The University of West Florida is located in Pensacola. (Photo courtesy of University of West Florida)University of West Florida President Martha Saunders will resign months ahead of the expiration of her contract on Dec. 31, she announced Monday morning. She has served as president since 2017. The resignation came after Gov. Ron DeSantis made clear his intention to overhaul the Pensacola university, including controversial trustee appointments…
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