Overview
- Kevin James said he was terminated without cause or a substantive explanation and plans to pursue contractual remedies under a deal that runs through 2029 after a recent positive evaluation.
- A Morris Brown spokesperson issued a brief thank-you for James’s service, and 11Alive reported trustee Nzinga Shaw will serve as interim president.
- The college has not provided a detailed explanation, and CBS reported it had not confirmed or denied the termination as initial inquiries went out.
- The leadership change comes just weeks before the school’s accreditation reaffirmation review, prompting concern within the campus community.
- James points to achievements during his tenure, including regaining accreditation, restoring federal financial aid access, growing enrollment, and securing consecutive clean audits.