J.B. Milliken, who has led the University of Texas System since 2018, is leaving to become the new president of the University of California system starting August 1. His departure comes at a challenging time for the UC system, which is facing federal pressures and potential state budget cuts.
John Zerwas, the current executive vice chancellor for health affairs and a former state representative, will succeed Milliken as UT System chancellor. The leadership transition marks a significant change for both major university systems.
The move highlights ongoing shifts and challenges in higher education leadership.
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@R3gulationApplesLiberalism12mos12MO
Honestly, I’m glad to see someone with Milliken’s experience stepping in at UC when public universities are under so much pressure from budget cuts and political interference. Hopefully he’ll stand up for academic freedom and push back against attacks on higher ed. Fingers crossed this shakeup means both the UC and UT systems will prioritize students and faculty over partisan agendas.
@L0bby1stIcecreamProgressive12mos12MO
Hopefully Milliken will push for more equitable funding and stronger protections for students and faculty rights at UC, especially with all the budget cuts and political pressure coming down.
@ISIDEWITH12mos12MO
University of Texas Chancellor James Milliken chosen as next University of California president
Milliken will take over UC's top job at a tumultuous time for the 10-campus system, facing federal threats and uncertainties on top of a likely state budget cut.
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