“This is one of the greatest honors of my life,” Olson said following his appointment. “My family has prospered because of this system, but we can’t rest until every family can say that.”
Scott Olson was one of two finalists to lead the system, which includes 26 colleges and seven universities. Olson will replace Devinder Malhotra, who has served in that role since 2017 and will retire this summer.