Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed her brother, Greg Lujan, as a student regent at New Mexico Highland University amidst growing scrutiny on university boards following a $1.9 million exit package for former WNMU president Joseph Shepard. The controversy surrounding Shepard's extravagant spending on travel and accommodations, which led to significant backlash, has spurred discussions among state officials regarding the governance of universities. There are calls for improved training for regents and possible changes to their selection process as the fallout continues.
Greg Lujan was appointed as a student regent at New Mexico Highland University by his sister, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, amidst scrutiny of university governance.
The decision follows a $1.9 million payout controversy at Western New Mexico University, raising questions about the governance and training of university regents.
Experts estimate the total cost of Joseph Shepard's exit at Western New Mexico University to be around $3.5 million, significantly affecting the university's funding.
State discussions are underway regarding the need for better training and a revised selection process for governing boards, especially following recent controversies.
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