LSU Interim President Thomas Galligan withdraws from consideration to be named permanent president. Galligan, who served as Dean of LSU’s Law School, was named to the post of interim president in January of 2020. Galligan said he came to the decision after spending time with his 14-month-old grandson recently.
“It hit the heartstrings and it made me think I want to spend more time with him. I want to spend more time with my kids. I’m a teacher first and foremost and I honestly think that’s what I do best,” said Galligan.
Galligan was the dean of the LSU law school when he was named temporary leader of the LSU system in January of 2020. The 65-year-old said teaching is what he does best, and the role of president prevents him from instructing.
“It was the call of my students at the end of the day that said you know I’ve got to get back in the classroom,” said Galligan.
As for his predecessor, Galligan said they will have a big job considering the school’s Title IX issues. He said however improvements to reporting sexual misconduct at the university are significantly underway.
“So that work is well underway but whoever the next president is, is going to have to see that through with dedication and commitment,” said Galligan.
Galligan will remain interim until the board names his replacement.
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