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June 26, 2003

DeBauge, Bond tapped to leadership

TOPEKA – The Kansas Board of Regents elected Janice DeBauge as Board Chair today. In a similar move, the Board also elected Dick Bond as Vice-Chair.

DeBauge, Emporia, was reappointed by Governor Kathleen Sebelius for a four-year term, which will expire June 30, 2007. Bond’s term expires June 30, 2006.

"Since the Board’s reorganization in 1999, we have achieved many successes for higher education," said DeBauge. "I am looking forward to a year where we can set an ambitious agenda with the goal of achieving those tasks."

DeBauge was instrumental in passing legislation in 2002, which further clarified, in statute, the Board of Regents coordinating authority for higher education in Kansas; and in 2003 she played a key role in passing legislation that redefined the make-up of governing boards for technical colleges.

"Our exposure at the Capitol, and with the public, will be enhanced by Janice’s leadership. She and Dick will compliment each other as they lead higher education in Kansas to the next level," said Reggie Robinson, President and CEO.

The Chair and Vice-Chair serve in their respective capacities for one-year terms.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Dick Carter, Jr.
Director for External Relations
785-296-1486

February 11, 2004 12:32 PM