Ohio University President Duane Nellis, who announced this month heâs stepping down from leading the institution two years before his term ends, didn't submitted a written notice of resignation to the Board of Trustees on time, as is required within his contract. The move raises questions about when Nellis, who is leaving the presidency June 30 to teach classes as a faculty member, finalized the decision to abandon the role, as he is required to submit a resignation notice at least six months prior to his final day in office, according to a copy of his contract. âAlthough President Nellis did not provide six months notice of his planned transition, both President Nellis and the Board of Trustees may agree to waive any notice required by the contract as he transitions to a faculty position,â Vice President of University Communications and Marketing Robin Oliver said in an email. âDetails about the transition agreement will be available after the agreement is fully approved by the Board of Trustees.â