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Delta College President Mike Gavin Resigns to Lead National Equity Coalition

Mike Gavin, a champion for DEI in higher education, is stepping down as Delta College president. He'll lead a national coalition focused on defending equity in his new role.

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Delta College President Mike Gavin Resigns to Lead National Equity Coalition

Mike Gavin, the president of Delta College since 2021, has announced his resignation. Gavin, a prominent advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in higher education, will step down in January 2023.

Gavin informed the Delta College Board of Trustees about his decision last week. He has been a leading voice in defending DEI work, particularly at community colleges. After his resignation, Gavin will lead a national coalition focused on defending equity in higher education.

Gavin's departure comes as a significant change for Delta College. He founded Education for All and has been instrumental in promoting DEI initiatives during his tenure. The search for his successor is currently underway, but no information has been provided on who will take over in the coming weeks.

Mike Gavin's resignation as president of Delta College will take effect in January 2023. His new role will involve leading a national coalition dedicated to defending equity in higher education. The search for his replacement continues, with no successor announced yet.

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