New TSU president makes big donation to school

Updated: Jan 8, 2013 3:57 PM CST

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -

She's only been on the job for a week but already new Tennessee State University President Glenda Baskin-Glover is making a big splash.

She told faculty and staff Monday she is donating $50,000 to the school, saying she wants to lead by example.

The money will be used to set up a scholarship fund.

Baskin-Glover says her goal is to improve TSU's graduation and student retention rates.

She also encourages other TSU alums to make donations.

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