Summary
Northwestern University President Michael Schill announced he will step down after three years, following financial and political challenges. During his tenure, Northwestern faced a freeze of $790 million in federal funding and criticism over its handling of campus protests. Schill will remain in his role until an interim president is selected and plans to assist in efforts to restore the university’s funding.
Key Facts
- Michael Schill announced his resignation as president of Northwestern University.
- The Trump administration froze $790 million in federal funding for the university due to investigations into antisemitism claims.
- Northwestern laid off about 200 employees due to financial pressures from the funding freeze.
- Schill defended the university's agreement with protesters during campus demonstrations.
- Former football coach Pat Fitzgerald was fired following a hazing scandal under Schill's tenure.
- Schill plans to return to teaching at Northwestern Law School after stepping down.
- Schill aims to help restore the university’s federal funding with the Board of Trustees.
