UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA

University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler said he plans to begin a search for a new athletic director after the first of the year and that he’s leaning against using an outside search firm this time. Kaler shared some insight into his plans after a special Board of Regents meeting Tuesday in which the findings of an investigation into sexual harassment claims against former athletic director Norwood Teague were revealed, as well as a financial audit of the athletic department. Kaler said he hopes to hire Teague’s replacement by July 1. Kaler appointed Beth Goetz interim athletic director after Teague’s abrupt resignation in August. Goetz attended the regents meeting, but the university did not make her available for comment afterward. In a recent interview, Goetz declined to reveal whether she wants to be considered for the job permanently. -Chip Scoggins, Star Tribune, Read More