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U of M Board of Regents chair steps down, citing 'continuity of leadership'

University of Minnesota Regent Ken Powell announced today he is stepping down as chair of the university’s governing board “to support continuity of leadership” of the 12-member board, which is tasked with replacing outgoing President Joan Gabel. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.