Kilmer Statement on WSU President Dr. Elson Floyd
“Every member of my family went to the UW, so I was raised to root for the Huskies and against the Cougars. I admitted to Elson Floyd recently that -- having worked with him over the years and having admired his leadership -- I suddenly found myself rooting for WSU too. I was proud to call Elson a friend and partner. Presiding during a challenging time in our economy, he never hesitated to make the tough decisions that he believed would be best for his university, his students, and for all of higher education. Our state is stronger for his leadership, not just in Pullman but in communities like Bremerton where people got new opportunities because he made it a priority. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and with the entire WSU community.”
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