Despite the suddenness of the decision, Carnesale said the timing of this decision is particularly fortuitous.
Proctor has finished many of his major projects at this point, including the financial planing of the ADP and the draft of the 1997 budget, and staying on would only mean beginning work on new projects he would not be able to see to completion, Proctor said.
Proctor said he plans to stay in the Boston area and look for jobs in the private sector.
Proctor's Successor
Carnesale will spearhead the search for Proctor's successor, according to a statement from the University.
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He said last night that the first thing the committee will do is look at names of people involved in the previous search for the position, fewer than two years ago