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Faculty Urges Leadership Change Amid Botstein-Epstein Revelations

3/5/2026

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Bard College faculty call for a leadership transition plan for President Leon Botstein amid revelations of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
They did not demand Botstein's resignation, but urged an independent review of Botstein's communications with Epstein.
The board of trustees is conducting a thorough review and aims to share findings soon.
The faculty's stance signals a commitment to institutional change and support for Epstein's victims.

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Bard College faculty call for a leadership transition plan for President Leon Botstein amid revelations of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
They did not demand Botstein's resignation, but urged an independent review of Botstein's communications with Epstein.
The board of trustees is conducting a thorough review and aims to share findings soon.
The faculty's stance signals a commitment to institutional change and support for Epstein's victims.