OU President stepping down; becoming faculty member
ATHENS, Ohio Ohio University President Dr. M. Duane Nellis announced Thursday his plans to end his tenure as President on June 30, 2021, and transition to faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Nellis took office as Ohio University’s 21st President in 2017. Nellis’ career in higher education spans four decades, including 11 years as a university president. He said the timing is right for Ohio University and his family.
“It has been an honor and a privilege to serve Ohio University as President these past four years,” President Nellis said. “Ruthie and I have truly enjoyed being a part of this University and this community, and I am proud of the many accomplishments we have all made together. I am excited to continue my service to this great University as I return to the work that brought me in to higher education – my passion for working with students through teaching, research and service.”
Nellis took office as Ohio University’s 21
st President in 2017. Nellis’ career in higher education spans four decades, including 11 years as a university president. He said the timing is right for Ohio University and his family.
“It has been an honor and a privilege to serve Ohio University as President these past four years,” President Nellis said. “Ruthie and I have truly enjoyed being a part of this University and this community, and I am proud of the many accomplishments we have all made together. I am excited to continue my service to this great University as I return to the work that brought me in to higher education – my passion for
Ben Siegel/Ohio University City of Athens Mayor Steve Patterson (left) and Ohio University President M. Duane Nellis stand near the newly completed Richland Ave Passageway in October 2020.
Ohio University and the City of Athens will co-host the fifth annual Ohio Town and Gown Association Summit July 14-15.
The Summit, happening virtually, will bring together municipal, community, and higher education leaders from across the state to discuss and explore best practices to strengthen town-gown partnerships, showcase innovative collaborative programs and projects, and share strategies for community and economic development.
“It is an incredible honor for Ohio University to be a co-host of the fifth annual Ohio Town and Gown Association Summit along with the City of Athens,” Ohio University President M. Duane Nellis said. “The relationships that the University has with community partners and the City of Athens are immeasurable and help provide