The Honourable Krista Lynn Howell, Minister of Education, issued the enclosed statement regarding the resignation of Glenn Barnes as Chair of the Board of Regents at Memorial University.

“I accept the resignation of Mr. Barnes. We will work expeditiously to have a new chair appointed to the Board of Regents, with the Vice-Chair, Anik Rahman, now serving as Board chair for the interim. I want to thank Mr. Barnes for his work and contribution to Memorial University during his time as Chair of the Board.

This has been a challenging time of change at Memorial, but I have seen positive enhancements and a willingness to improve transparency at the university and for the overall student experience. I am confident in the leadership team under President Dr. Bose and the direction that they are heading to continue improving Memorial University.”

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