"I disclosed to the board of trustees that I made a mistake in allowing inappropriate access to Ohio State leadership. I believe we have made much progress during my time at Ohio State, and I'm sorry I'm not able to remain your president longer."
"The Board was surprised and disappointed to learn of this matter and takes the situation and potential impact on the university very seriously. We respect your decision and appreciate your cooperation in supporting an orderly leadership transition."
"Carter disclosed that he had an inappropriate relationship with someone seeking public resources to support her personal business."
Walter Ted Carter Jr. resigned as Ohio State University president after disclosing an inappropriate relationship to the board of trustees. Carter acknowledged making a mistake in allowing inappropriate access to university leadership. The board of trustees accepted his resignation, expressing surprise and disappointment while respecting his decision and supporting an orderly transition. Carter's presidency lasted approximately two years and two months. The board indicated the relationship involved someone seeking public resources for personal business purposes. No additional details about the relationship's nature were released. Ohio State now begins searching for its 18th full-time president. Carter had recently received a raise in August, bringing his compensation to over $1.5 million annually, and received a $25,000 increase to fringe benefits just days before his resignation.
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