Seattle Times: Questions linger after WSU Provost Steven Hoch leaves
Washington State University Provost Steven Hoch left abruptly on paid leave two weeks ago, leaving students and facultywondering what happened. Sources say a power struggle and physical altercation preceded the departure.
At 3:13 in the morning — just seven weeks into his new job as provost of Washington State University — Steven Hoch dashed off an e-mail to his inner circle:
“Dear All, I have requested personal leave as Provost and Executive Vice President. President Floyd has approved my request. We have not established any expressed ending date for this leave. I should like you all to know how much I enjoy working with you. Cordially, Steve.”