Bounds: "It's time to recharge and reconnect with my family"

After leading the University of Nebraska for nearly four years, Hank Bounds announced his resignation as president Monday. "Growing up, I never dreamed I would even go to college, much less have the opportunity to work with some of the most talented students, faculty and staff in the world," Bounds said. "To have been entrusted with this role by the Board of Regents is the privilege of a lifetime."Bounds also praised university staff, students, the board, and campus leadership teams."Hank has been a strong and dedicated leader for the University of Nebraska during some challenging times, said Chancellor Ronnie Green in a statement."He has been a tireless advocate for the NU system in the statehouse and across the state. I cannot thank him enough for his service. I wish Hank and Susie and their family the very best going forward."Board of Regents Chairman Tim Clare also thanked Bounds for his leadership."We could not have asked for a better leader than Hank Bounds. He was a tireless leader who always put the university's interests first," Clare said. "Hank was the right person, at the right time, for our university, and we will forever be indebted for his great work."The Board of Regents will meet soon to determine the appropriate path forward for the University of Nebraska.

After leading the University of Nebraska for nearly four years, Hank Bounds announced his resignation as president Monday.

"Growing up, I never dreamed I would even go to college, much less have the opportunity to work with some of the most talented students, faculty and staff in the world," Bounds said.

"To have been entrusted with this role by the Board of Regents is the privilege of a lifetime."

Bounds also praised university staff, students, the board, and campus leadership teams.

"Hank has been a strong and dedicated leader for the University of Nebraska during some challenging times, said Chancellor Ronnie Green in a statement.

"He has been a tireless advocate for the NU system in the statehouse and across the state. I cannot thank him enough for his service. I wish Hank and Susie and their family the very best going forward."

Board of Regents Chairman Tim Clare also thanked Bounds for his leadership.

"We could not have asked for a better leader than Hank Bounds. He was a tireless leader who always put the university's interests first," Clare said.

"Hank was the right person, at the right time, for our university, and we will forever be indebted for his great work."

The Board of Regents will meet soon to determine the appropriate path forward for the University of Nebraska.