Statement from SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher on NYC Public Schools Chancellor Joel Klein

“I congratulate Joel Klein on a successful eight years as Chancellor of the NYC Public Schools. His innovation and determination produced dramatic results for the nation's largest public school system.

“Joel has been a tremendous colleague to SUNY, and one of the first to partner with us to strengthen the education pipeline.

“I look forward to collaborating with newly appointed Chancellor Cathie Black as we work to improve education at every level for all New Yorkers.”

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