Turns out that the pro hockey team might be interested in a suburban practice rink. And then Abe Pollin sold the team. We'll keep in touch, keep the lines of communication open. He occupies a snug corner office, much smaller than the one he had as chief of staff to GMU President Alan G. Merten, who appointed him to the operations post two years ago. He's the new president.
Most chiefs of staff rotate out of the job after about two years.
I was going to help find my new boss. I was defining what's important for the university to be thinking about. Does he miss his role as the president's gatekeeper. I get around the campuses more. I deal with people at the grassroots.