Mitch Daniels to serve as Purdue interim president
Purdue University • • nation
Key Points:
- The Purdue Board of Trustees approved Mitch Daniels as interim president of Purdue University, effective July 1, following Mung Chiang's departure to become president of Northwestern University.
- Mitch Daniels previously served as Purdue's president for 10 years (2013-2022) and is currently chair of the Purdue Research Foundation board.
- Trustees expressed gratitude for Daniels' willingness to return and lead the university during the transition, emphasizing continuity and momentum.
- Daniels stated his commitment to maintaining Purdue's progress and supporting the university until a new president is appointed.
- A national search for Purdue's next president will begin in the coming weeks.