BULLDOGS NEWS: South Carolina State President Resigns

Posted By: How May I Help You NC on March 12, 2012

By Teiya Campbell -- Black College Wire

Dr. George Cooper has resigned as president of South Carolina State University. In a press conference on the steps of Lowman Hall, Dr. Cooper read his resignation letter, addressed to Vice Chairman and Director of the SC State University Board of Trustees, Dr. John Corbitt.

"Please note: my resignation is voluntary," said Dr.

Cooper. He said that he wanted to devote time to his family and other career interests.

His resignation is effective March 30. "In the next 30 days, I will continue to work with the Board [of Trustees]."

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