MU Dean of Students to leave university in July

In the email, Stackman called his departure "totally unexpected" and said the decision was difficult for him to make.

An MU alumnus, Stackman returned to Columbia in 2019 to serve in his current position, which involves working with students and administrators to promote student success, well-being and inclusion.

Before MU, Stackman worked at the University of Notre Dame as associate vice president of student affairs.

As to who will succeed him, MU spokesperson Christian Basi said that because Stackman is not leaving until the summer, as of now, "there isn't a specific timeline that's been announced."

UM System President and MU Chancellor Mun Choi said in a separate email to faculty that he looks "forward to launching a national search for a Vice Chancellor soon and will provide updates as they are available."

In his email to student leaders, Stackman also took a moment to reflect on his experiences at MU.

"I have enjoyed my time at Mizzou," he wrote, "specifically, the special relationships and opportunities to do meaningful, collaborative work with and for our students."