May 25, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardPurdue University Board of Trustees Special Meeting
The Board met to approve the appointment of an interim president of the university, Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr., following the announced departure of the current president. Discussion focused on the importance of maintaining stability, ensuring continuity of leadership during the transition, and the Board's commitment to launching a search for a permanent successor. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved compensation terms for the interim appointment, noting that they were established below market rates.