University of Minnesota College of Liberal Arts (CLA) Dean John Coleman announced his resignation from his position Wednesday morning after working at the University for nearly a decade. 

Coleman will leave the University to serve as the vice chancellor for academic affairs and provost at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign starting July 19. 

“It has been my privilege and honor to serve as dean of this wonderful college at this exceptional University,” Coleman said in an email to CLA undergraduate and graduate students. “I can assure you that the interim dean and the next dean will continue to focus on issues of concern to you to make your experience in the college positive, rewarding, and filled with growth. 

Coleman’s resignation is the most recent in a string of administrative departures from the University. 

Earlier this month, President Joan Gabel announced she is leaving the institution to serve as the chancellor of the University of Pittsburgh. Board of Regents Chair Ken Powell resigned from his leadership position on the board on Monday. In February, former vice president for University Relations Matt Kramer announced his resignation. 

University Executive Vice President and Provost Rachel Croson will appoint an interim dean soon and the University will subsequently initiate a search for a new dean, according to Coleman’s email. 

Coleman’s position at Illinois is still pending approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees.