Twelve candidates named for University of Minnesota s Board of Regents Legislature will make final choice for four open seats. January 8, 2021 7:32pm Text size Copy shortlink:
A legislative committee on Friday began the process of selecting candidates for four openings on the University of Minnesota s Board of Regents.
The Regent Candidate Advisory Council recommended 12 candidates including two incumbents to a joint legislative commission, which will make final suggestions that are sent to the full Legislature for consideration.
In the past, state lawmakers have frequently bypassed the list and picked candidates who were not vetted through the selection process.
Candidates recommended for the First Congressional District seat include Regent Randy Simonson, Val Aarsvold of Altura and Ruth Johnson of Rochester.
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