CL, March 28, 2005, College Board - President evaluations a good move
...It also could help stave off potential problems.
For example, when University of Southern Mississippi President Shelby Thames first encountered difficulties with faculty, then with terminating faculty, the evaluations possibly could have helped ameliorate the situation by catching potential problems early and preventing misunderstandings.
But this should not be seen as a reaction to Thames. It's simply a professional way of ensuring that goals are set, progress is measured, and goals are met....
There are no definite plans to develop new family housing units at the university, said Lorinda Krhut, director of residence life at USM. . . . "One of the great things about Pine Haven is the community," Vicki Gordon said. "Everybody here is working for the same goals — we support each other. What are the families supposed to do?"