University of Minnesota President Robert Bruininks was the featured guest on the program "Bright Ideas" on September 28, 2010. Minnesota Public Radio's Stephen Smith hosted the live discussion in the UBS Forum at MPR's St. Paul headquarters. (MPR Photo/Nikki Tundel)
Farewell interview with University of Minnesota President Bruininks
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University of Minnesota President Robert Bruininks presented his final budget to the Regents and steps down at the end of June. What are the biggest challenges facing the University, its students, faculty, researchers and staff? What are the most urgent needs and top priorities?
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Robert Bruininks: University of Minnesota president (2002-2011). Over a 39-year career at the University of Minnesota as president, professor, dean, executive vice president and provost. He steps down as U of M president June 30, 2011 and takes a position at the U of M Humphrey School.
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