Lawmakers Honor Retiring Ole Miss Chancellor

Mississippi Senate Robert Khayat who has led his alma mater since 1995 is retiring this summer as 15th chancellor of the University of Mississippi.
by The Associated Press
Published: Wed, March 18, 2009 - 11:01 am CST
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - State lawmakers on Wednesday honored
Robert Khayat, who's retiring this summer as 15th chancellor of the
University of Mississippi.
Khayat has led his alma mater since 1995.
During a brief ceremony at the Capitol, Khayat said he has
emphasized a team approach to management, and administrators have
tried to create an atmosphere "where respect is a value that is
embraced."
During Khayat's tenure, Ole Miss has increased its private
fundraising efforts. It was one of three universities in the nation
to host a presidential debate during the 2008 general election.
The state College Board is searching for Khayat's successor.
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The resolutions are House Concurrent Resolution 56 and Senate
Concurrent Resolution 579.

(Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
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