The University of Missouri Board of Curators voted unanimously yesterday (July 28) to merge the positions of UM System president and University of Missouri-Columbia chancellor into one role. The board appointed Dr. Mun Choi to the combined position, effective immediately. Read the resolution approved by the curators. The board also voted to extend Choi’s contract by two years with no additional compensation. With the extension, his contract expires June 30, 2026. Read more.