Transition begins at Universidad EIA following José Manuel Restrepo's resignation: "It was a very beautiful experience"
After it became known that former Minister of Finance José Manuel Restrepo Abondano will be Abelardo de la Espriella's vice-presidential running mate, Universidad EIA announced this Tuesday, March 10, that he has already submitted his resignation from his position and will begin a transition period in search of a new rector.
TL;DR
- José Manuel Restrepo Abondano resigned as rector of Universidad EIA to be Abelardo de la Espriella's vice-presidential running mate.
- Restrepo described his tenure at the university as a positive experience, emphasizing its high academic standards and his contributions to its visibility and innovation.
- He views education in Colombia, particularly in Antioquia, as improving and focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Restrepo stated his acceptance of the vice-presidential candidacy is driven by a desire to unite rather than polarize, seeing himself as a "bridge" builder.
- Universidad EIA acknowledged Restrepo's contributions and affirmed its continued normal operations during the transition.