UF trustees unanimous in backing former Alabama president

By: Jay Waagmeester

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: June 10, 2026

Words: 716

Last Updated: 1 day, 8 hours ago

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Stuart Bell gained unanimous support from University of Florida trustees Wednesday, moving him a step closer to becoming permanent president in Gainesville, the first to hold that post since summer 2024.

Bell fielded questions from trustees for two hours, answering on topics ranging from fundraising, building projects, student success, athletics, and the sticking point in the previous presidential search – diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The state’s investment in higher education is “rare,” Bell …

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