Minnesota State Extends Olson

The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees voted unanimously today to extend Chancellor Scott Olson’s contract through July 31st, 2029.

Board Chair George Soule praised Olson’s “inclusive, respectful, and collaborative” leadership and his focus on student success and equity.

Olson said he was honored to continue serving the system’s students and employees.

Olson was appointed to the position in May of 2023.

Prior to that, Olson had served as president of Winona State University since 2012.

Minnesota State is a system of 26 colleges and seven universities serving more than 300,000 students across the state.