A Northern Michigan University administrator will take over the top position at the University of Illinois-Springfield this summer.
Susan Koch will become chancellor at the Springfield campus in July, the university said Monday. She's currently provost and vice president of academic affairs at Northern Michigan.
"With its strong reputation as a public liberal arts university, UIS is providing the state of Illinois with graduates who have the knowledge, skills and values necessary to be productive contributors to and leaders of their communities," Koch said in a news release. "I'm excited about working to continue and enhance this very important tradition."
University of Illinois President Michael Hogan said Koch has a lengthy track record of supporting liberal arts teaching.
"Dr. Koch's record reflects a proven appreciation for the value of a strong liberal arts education and a deep commitment to civic engagement," he said. "I couldn't be more pleased to have her joining our leadership team as we continue to advance the excellence of our Springfield campus and the entire University."
The announcement was featured in an April 4, 2011, article by the Associated Press.
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