Bard College president exits as Epstein ties draw scrutiny
Summary
Leon Botstein announced he will retire as president of Bard College at the end of June. This decision comes after questions arose about his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.Key Facts
- Leon Botstein is the longtime president of Bard College.
- He will step down from his role at the end of June.
- His retirement follows scrutiny over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Jeffrey Epstein was convicted of sex offenses.
- The news was reported based on an email from Botstein obtained by The Associated Press.
- Botstein led the college for many years before this announcement.
- The reasons for stepping down center around public attention to the Epstein connection.
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