NC State Board of Trustees Chair Requests Review of Former Provost’s Salary Agreement

North Carolina State University Board of Trustees Chair Bob Jordan has asked Chancellor James Oblinger for a review of former provost Larry Nielsen’s salary package to determine its compliance with university rules.

“This type of transition package is widely used in academia,” Jordan said, “but these are extraordinary budgetary times. I am asking the chancellor to review the contract to ensure compliance with university policies, rules and regulations.”

Nielsen resigned as provost effective May 22 to return to the faculty. He is being paid his provost salary during a six-month period in which he is preparing himself to resume his faculty responsibilities. Before serving as provost for over four years, Nielsen served as dean of the College of Natural Resources for four years.

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