Harry Smith, the former leader of the University of North Carolina System board, during his tenure was publicly described as “hands-on,” or “very involved” in the operations of the university system and its 17 campuses. A new trove of emails released by the UNC System Friday, Nov. 8, show exactly what that means — and...
East Carolina University Interim Chancellor Dan Gerlach was placed on administrative leave after photos and videos emerged showing him drinking and dancing at a Greenville bar with students. In a news release, UNC System Interim President Dr. Bill Roper said Gerlach would be on leave while an investigation continues. The images show Gerlach chugging beer...
Dan Gerlach has been named interim chancellor of East Carolina University. Gerlach was chosen by Interim UNC System President Dr. Bill Roper. On May 6, Gerlach will replace ECU Chancellor Cecil Staton, who announced his resignation in March after months of discussions with leaders of the UNC System. “It is an honor and privilege to...
