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Poston Leaving MSU Vice Presidency To Become Ag Dean

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Scott Pohl

Michigan State University Trustees have appointed Fred Poston to run the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Poston previously served as dean of the university’s Ag school before becoming Vice President for Finance and Operations 12 years ago.

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Poston's appointment is effective January 1st. His compensation package will remain unchanged.

MSU will now search for a new Vice President for Finance and Operations.

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Scott Pohl is a general assignment news reporter and produces news features and interviews. He is also an alternate local host on NPR's "Morning Edition."