(Boise). Idaho State Board of Education President Milford Terrell released the following statement today regarding the departure of University of Idaho President, Tim White; "Tim White will be missed. He has done so much for the University of Idaho and for higher education in our state."
White tendered his resignation today to the Idaho State Board of Education, who serve as the governing Board of Regents for the University of Idaho. White has accepted a position as Chancellor of the University of California at Riverside.
President Terrell went on to say, "During his time as President, Tim White has provided leadership that has helped the University of Idaho move forward in ways few thought possible. His vision has led the University to increased national prominence through such programs as Operation Education, where military service persons now have increased access to higher education. In 2007, UI was awarded the prestigious National Medal of Arts for the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival. Tim led the efforts to create the Center for Advanced Energy Studies (CAES), and the renovation and expansion of the Kibbie Activity Center and so much more. The University of Idaho is a much better place for having had Tim White as its steward."
President Terrell indicated he intends to meet with UI senior level management staff in Moscow, Tuesday, May 20th, at 9:30am PDT. "We will move quickly in a national search for Tim’s replacement. Idaho is a great place to live and work and we believe the University of Idaho represents one of the premiere institutions in the country. We’ll find the very best fit for the University, the students, faculty and all involved," Terrell said.