BUFFALO, N.Y. — The SUNY Erie Board of Trustees voted to suspend their president, David Balkin, while they investigate allegations filed with their human resources department.
In a release to the media, officials don't mention what the allegations are, but say, "The complaints followed a recent conversation regarding the college’s operations between a staff member and the president."
A third party has been appointed to investigate the allegations.
While the investigation is being conducted, the college’s Provost, Dr. Adiam Tsegai, will take over the day-to-day operations at the college.
Balkin, who will be still be paid during the investigation, was appointed president in December of 2021.
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