Presidents

Michael Schill resigned from Northwestern University last week, concluding a turbulent three-year tenure marred by political pressure and campus protests.

First-year students aren't the only fresh faces on campus. What do these leaders' strategic similarities tell us about higher ed this academic year?

Also, the president of Howard University in D.C. has stepped down a little less than two years into his tenure.

One of Michigan's longest-serving leaders announces his retirement as institutions in Ohio and Pennsylvania promote their interim presidents.

One leader is stepping down just a month after signing a contract renewal.

Half of the recently hired presidents had once served in an interim capacity. Plus: An 18-year leader announces his retirement.