Ohio State's Ted Carter Steps Down Over Inappropriate Relationship Ohio State University President Ted Carter has resigned after disclosing an inappropriate relationship with an individual seeking public resources to support her personal business. The board of trustees accepted his resignation and will soon announce a transition plan. Carter, 66, stepped down after about two years in the role, following a rare three-hour executive session held by the board on March 7. He informed trustees beforehand that he had engaged in an inappropriate relationship and offered to resign, which the board accepted. In a letter accepting Carter’s resignation, Ohio State Board of Trustees Chair John Zeiger expressed surprise and disappointment at learning about the matter, emphasizing the board’s serious consideration of its potential impact on the university. Zeiger acknowledged Carter’s decision and appreciated his cooperation in ensuring a smooth leadership transition. The university did not provide further details about the nature of the relationship when asked by The Dispatch. Carter’s tenure at Ohio State, which began in January 2024, was marked by praise from trustees for his steady leadership and advocacy for the university’s land-grant mission. During his time in office, the board approved a 4.5% merit raise, totaling $51,233, bringing his base salary to $1,189,733, along with a $398,475 bonus—approximately 35% of his base pay. In a statement to the campus community on March 9, Carter acknowledged his mistake in allowing inappropriate access to Ohio State leadership. He expressed regret for not being able to continue as president and praised the university’s students, faculty, and staff as among the best in the world.#ohio_state_university #ted_carter #john_zeiger #university_of_nebraska_system #board_of_trustees
Ohio State President Ted Carter Resigns Following 'Inappropriate Relationship' Allegations Ohio State University President Walter "Ted" Carter Jr. has resigned from his position after admitting to an inappropriate relationship with an individual seeking public resources to support her personal business, the university announced. Carter submitted his resignation letter to the Board of Trustees on Saturday, and the board accepted it on Sunday. In a statement, Board Chairman John Zeiger expressed surprise and disappointment at the situation, emphasizing the board’s serious consideration of the matter’s potential impact on the university. Zeiger acknowledged Carter’s decision and thanked him for his cooperation in ensuring a smooth leadership transition. The board also highlighted Carter’s contributions to the university during his two-year tenure. According to the university, Carter disclosed to the board that he had allowed inappropriate access to Ohio State leadership, prompting his decision to resign. The board plans to provide further details about the transition in the coming days. Carter was appointed as Ohio State’s 17th president in 2023, succeeding Kristina Johnson, who resigned in November 2022. He assumed his role on January 1, 2024. Before joining Ohio State, Carter served as president of the University of Nebraska System, where he oversaw four campuses with nearly 70,000 students, faculty, and staff. In his resignation statement, Carter acknowledged his mistake and expressed regret over not being able to continue as president. He praised the university’s students, faculty, and staff, calling them “among the very best in the world.” Carter also commended the Education for Citizenship 2035 strategic plan, which he said positions Ohio State for long-term success.#ohio_state_university #ted_carter #john_zeiger #university_of_nebraska_system #education_for_citizenship_2035
