Gov. Snyder appoints CMU trustee

Gov. Rick Snyder has announced the appointment of Bill Weideman of Midland to the Central Michigan University Board of Trustees. Weideman is a 1976 graduate of CMU and serves as executive vice president and chief financial officer for The Dow Chemical Co., a $60 billion global firm.

 

Weideman replaces Sam Kottamasu, whose term expired Dec. 31, 2012.

 

During Weideman’s 36-year tenure with Dow, he has held numerous leadership positions including global business finance director, vice president and corporate controller. In August 2012, Weideman also assumed responsibility of corporate strategic development and executive oversight of Dow AgroSciences.

 

He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from CMU and is a member of CMU’s College of Business Administration Accounting Advisory Committee and CMU’s Development Board.

 

“Board members play a critical role in guiding the university to long-term strength and success,” said CMU President George E. Ross. “We welcome the Governor’s appointment of Mr. Weideman who not only remains closely involved with his alma mater, but brings tremendous leadership and business skills, along with a keen interest in the personal and professional success of CMU’s students.”

 

The eight-year appointment, which expires Dec. 31, 2020, is subject to Senate confirmation.

 

Gov. Snyder is currently reviewing candidates to replace former CMU trustee Marilyn French Hubbard, whose term also expired at the end of 2012.