James Doti to Step Down as Head of Chapman University Next Year

He elevated Chapman University's name around the nation, and in August, at the close of his 25 years as its leader, President James Doti says he plans to step down to return to teaching. Doti, 69, is Chapman's 12th president. He will be succeeded by Daniele Struppa, the current chancellor. He announced Monday that he will go back to the classroom and take on a fundraising job Aug. 31.