The framework will serve as a guide for the university as it works to turn the vision for its future into reality.

Reynolds will serve in the position through May 15 while the university conducts a search for a permanent replacement.

Toll's courses covered African American and Jewish history and were popular among students in both history and Judaic studies.

The Ersted and Herman awards are given annually to faculty members who have shown excellence in teaching and pedagogy.

The president plans to seek savings in central administration and put more emphasis on tenure-track faculty and research.