Green Steps Down After Seven Years | Spokane News

University of Idaho President C. Scott Green is stepping down June 30 after seven transformative years, delivering an emotional farewell during his annual address that earned a standing ovation. Returning to his alma mater in 2019, Green stabilized a turbulent presidency, led enrollment and research growth, navigated the pandemic, and oversaw the tragic loss of four students. His tenure marked the longest since Richard Gibb, turning around financial losses, achieving R1 research status, and completing a major capital campaign. Though a controversial proposed acquisition of the University of Phoenix fell through, Green believes it would’ve brought substantial gains. Praised by state leaders for resilience and vision, he’ll remain fully engaged until retirement, while the State Board begins its search for his successor—aiming for a smoother process than Boise State’s recent hiring, aided by new legislation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b8a89f539a952145