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Ed Morrison · Unplugged
May 29th, 2009
Here’s yet another example of how Cleveland’s leadership has drifted out of touch with the underlying realities of the regional economy..
Cleveland State University’s new president may get million-dollar penthouse
It’s laughable. These folks have a political tin ear. (What will faculty, students, or state legislators think when reading this story?)
As for the new Prez: He appears oblivious to his image as the head of a public institution in a time of extraordinary fiscal stress.
Not a good sign.
Here’s one metric to keep matters in perspective. Cleveland State is a relatively small public research university.

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Last 5 posts by Ed Morrison
- Signing off - February 3rd, 2012
- "The current global development model is unsustainable" - February 1st, 2012
- Market opportunities for developing Chicago's green economy - January 29th, 2012
- Plain Dealer flubs its explanation for firing Tony Grossi - January 27th, 2012
- Linking and leveraging university assets to strengthen regional economies - January 27th, 2012
