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New USD President Sheila Gestring Sets Priorities

New USD President Sheila Gestring Sets Priorities

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Sheila Gestring has completed her first full week as the 18th President of the University of South Dakota. She was named to succeed Jim Abbott, who retired after twenty one years as President.

Gestring says she has several priorities….

Gestring says the University Center in Sioux Falls needs more attention……

Gestring says she also wants to listen to those interested in the University……

She was Vice President for Finance, and Chief Financial Officer at USD before being named as President by the Board of Regents.

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