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“I would not ask others to endure sacrifices that I am not willing to endure myself,” he said.
Although it was difficult to see the university make budget cuts and work hour reductions, Thomas said the measures ensured the university could remain on “sound financial footing.”
Thomas said he will leverage the cumulative $100,000 to draw other contributors to the fund, which will be used to give students opportunities.
“Today’s commitments are just the beginning for Central State,” he said. “Great things lie ahead.”
Thomas is the ninth president of CSU and previously served as president of Western Illinois University.
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