regent

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“The Big Ten has expanded four times, adding seven schools, in the last 14 years,” said Jordan Acker, a regent at the University of Michigan, in a recent meeting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 8, 2025

West Bandung regent Jeje Ritchie Ismail said his party had declared the mass poisoning in Cipongkor "an extraordinary event so that handling can be faster and more comprehensive".

From BBC • Sep. 25, 2025

Atwell said he hoped that his “temporary continuation” as regent will support communication between legislators and the regents.

From Seattle Times • May 25, 2024

“We’re never going to divest,” said the regent, who spoke on condition of anonymity.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2024

The regent left early on Monday, and by late morning we were ready to go.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela