LINCOLN, Nebraska - The University of Nebraska Board of Regents today appointed Walter "Ted" Carter Jr. as the priority candidate as the next president of the N-U System.
Carter will start a 30 day public review period where he will participate in public forums and meet with residents of the state who can ask questions.
6 News reports Carter is a retired vice admiral in the U.S. Navy. He is also the past superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy.
The announcement of Carter as a priority candidate is getting praises from Nebraska lawmakers. Senator Ben Sasse issued this statement:
"Congratulations and welcome to The Good Life, Admiral Carter," Sen. Sasse wrote. "The Board of Regents did a great job, and we should all be thrilled to welcome the Admiral to his new home. He’s had a distinguished career and Nebraskans should be excited about him leading our state’s biggest and most influential institution."
Senator Deb Fischer stated:
“Congratulations to Vice Admiral Carter on being chosen as the next president of the University of Nebraska. Our state has a time-honored tradition of providing America’s future leaders with quality educations, and I look forward to working together to continue the advancement of our exceptional university.”
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