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University of Memphis President Raines Retiring

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — University of Memphis President Shirley Raines said Monday that she is retiring, effective June 30.

Raines, who turned 68 on Monday, announced her retirement in a statement released by the university.

Raines was hired as the school’s 11th president on July 1, 2001.

During her tenure, the university’s enrollment has grown to more than 22,000 students, awarding more than 4,000 degrees last year. The university also has doubled the number of research grants and contract awards since she took over.

She has focused on expanding the university’s honors and Emerging Leaders programs, developing curricular learning communities throughout campus, establishing the university’s Lambuth Campus in Jackson, and completing a $250 million capital campaign that is ending on her retirement date, the school said.

Raines, a native of Bells, Tenn., said it was an honor to serve as University of Memphis president and the school has a strong foundation for the future.

“These have been 12 of the most enjoyable, challenging and professionally fulfilling years of my life,” Raines said.

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