The president of a university in the Northeast is stepping down after less than three years on the job as the university undergoes both financial challenges and laid the groundwork for layoffs in September .

Dr. Todd Pfannestiel, who assumed the presidency of Utica University in 2023, has submitted his resignation to the university’s board of trustees, the university announced .

“Dr. Pfannestiel has played a vital role during his time at the University, most recently helping to shape a strategic academic and operational restructuring at a challenging time for U.S. higher education,” the announcement read. “The Board of Trustees appreciates Dr. Pfannestiel’s willingness to take on tough assignments with grace and wishes him well in his future endeavors.”

Pfannestiel will continue as

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