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Manny Diaz Jr. Named Interim President Amid Controversy

5/28/2025

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Manny Diaz Jr. has been named interim president of the University of West Florida, awaiting the Florida Board of Governors' approval. The former education commissioner is under scrutiny for his political connections and limited local experience. His appointment comes after Martha Saunders' resignation, igniting worries about the university's commitment to diversity and its future trajectory.

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Manny Diaz Jr. has been named interim president of the University of West Florida, awaiting the Florida Board of Governors' approval. The former education commissioner is under scrutiny for his political connections and limited local experience. His appointment comes after Martha Saunders' resignation, igniting worries about the university's commitment to diversity and its future trajectory.