"Nebraska Board of Regents Unanimously Select Dr. Jeffery Gold as Priority Candidate for NU President"

The University of Nebraska Regents have unanimously named Dr. Jeffery Gold as their primary candidate to replace Ted Carter Jr. as NU President, calling him a "champion for the university." This decision follows Gov. Jim Pillen's recent call for action to appoint a president. The regents defended the timing of their selection process, emphasizing the importance of finding the best person to serve the university and the state of Nebraska. Gov. Pillen expressed appreciation for the board's decision and congratulated Chancellor Gold, recognizing him as a visionary leader for UNMC.