The CSU Board of Trustees announced in a press release Thursday evening after a marathon closed-session meeting
USA TODAY investigation revealed he mishandled years of sexual harassment, bullying and retaliation complaints against a senior administrator while he was president of CSU Fresno
I have been honored to serve the California State University for more than eight years, including as its eighth chancellor, and the decision to resign is the most difficult of my professional life
While I disagree with many aspects of recent media reports and the ensuing commentary, it has become clear to me that resigning at this time is necessary
So that the CSU can maintain its focus squarely on its educational mission and the impactful work yet to be done