From some convos I heard recently, there was some concerns about the personality of Elbert, or should I say lack of an agressive one. That was probably his downfall. I was pulling for the UND crew and am dissapointed, but I will support Kelley if he is named. I don't like the committee grabbing power, but I can see a concern over the makeup of the state board. I would rather just take Kelley then bring Long along and have them pick her instead. I also hope we don't see the deans leave their posts. I know in some parts of culture leaving is the thing to do if you don't get what you applied for. I think it has to do with the perceived stigma of being rejected by your own company or corporation.