Northwestern University president resigns amid federal funding freeze


WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 (Xinhua) -- Northwestern University President Michael Schill announced his resignation Thursday amid an ongoing funding freeze imposed by the Trump administration.

"It is critical that we continue to protect the University's research mission and excellence while preserving academic freedom, integrity, and independence," Schill said in a statement. "I believe now is the right time for new leadership to guide Northwestern into its next chapter."

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