COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Ohio State President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. has resigned after disclosing to school trustees that he had an inappropriate relationship with someone seeking public resources to assist her private enterprise.
The Ohio State University Board of Trustees accepted Carter’s resignation in an announcement issued March 9. The college mentioned Carter lately advised trustees in regards to the relationship and supplied to resign.
“The board appreciates the president’s contributions to the college during the last two years,” the college mentioned, citing the Education for Citizenship 2035 strategic plan, rising nationwide rankings, development in analysis expenditures and a number of new scholarship applications. The college additionally credited the staff the president assembled with elevating Ohio State’s place as a nationwide chief.
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Ohio State mentioned it’s going to share further details about the management transition within the coming days.
In an announcement, Carter mentioned, “For personal reasons, I have made the difficult decision to resign from my role as president of The Ohio State University.”
“I disclosed to the board of trustees that I made a mistake in allowing inappropriate access to Ohio State leadership,” he mentioned.
Carter mentioned, “I believe we have made much progress during my time at Ohio State, and I’m sorry I’m not able to remain your president longer.” He additionally mentioned, “The students, faculty and staff at this university are among the very best in the world, and the Education for Citizenship 2035 strategic plan has Ohio State poised to succeed for years to come.”
“I have enjoyed a strong working relationship with the board of trustees, and I’m grateful for their support and guidance,” Carter mentioned.
“Lynda and I leave Ohio State with gratitude and appreciation for this wonderful community,” he mentioned. “It has been an honor to serve as this university’s 17th president, and we wish the university ongoing success.”
