Saturday, December 12, 2009

Education | Critics swoosh down on UW Provost Phyllis Wise over Nike role | Seattle Times Newspaper


Education | Critics swoosh down on UW Provost Phyllis Wise over Nike role | Seattle Times Newspaper:

"University of Washington Provost Phyllis Wise is facing growing criticism from students, faculty and lawmakers for taking a seat on the corporate board of Nike, which last year signed a contract with the UW worth a minimum $35 million to the university.

Some say Wise, the UW's No. 2 administrator, now faces a conflict of interest and should step down from her new role as a director on the board of the clothing and footwear company. Wise defends her appointment, saying it will benefit the university and allow her to push for positive change at Nike."