Regents Welcome New Campus Leaders and Thank Outgoing Medical Dean

The University of Minnesota Board of Regents formally recognized the service of Dr. Jacob Toler, the outgoing vice president for clinical affairs and dean of the Medical School, praising his leadership and noting his new position at Baylor College of Medicine.

President Cunningham introduced Michael Rodriguez as the chancellor of the University of Minnesota Morris; Cunningham said Rodriguez, a Morris alum, began his role Jan. 1 and would lead campus efforts tied to the institution’s strategic roadmap.

Cunningham also introduced Erin Sexton as the university’s new vice president for government and community relations, noting she joined on Jan. 5 and would serve as the university’s chief legislative strategist. "As vice president for government and community relations, Erin is the university's chief legislative strategist and the lead advocate at the local, state, and federal levels," Cunningham said.

The board welcomed Dr. Michael Davis as assistant vice president and chief of police. The chair noted Chief Davis joined on Jan. 12, described 33 years of law-enforcement experience, and referenced his prior roles with the Minneapolis and Brooklyn Park police departments and service at Northeastern University.

Regents offered congratulations and pledged support for the new leaders. No formal votes were required for the introductions; the board proceeded to routine business after the presentations.