“Rich has been an integral part of success on the USD campus for 14 years. His vision, leadership and commitment have served this institution well,” stated James W. Abbott, president of The University of South Dakota “He will be missed, but this is a very exciting opportunity for Rich and his family. We wish him nothing but the best as he pursues his personal and professional goals.”

An interim vice president for finance and administration will be appointed as the University begins a national search for the position.

Van Den Hul’s tenure at USD began in 1996 as director of budget, finance and institutional research, and he served as associate vice president for finance and administration prior to being appointed vice president four years ago. As VP for finance and administration, Van Den Hul’s responsibilities included securing funding and approval for capital projects, establishing efficient administrative services and overseeing the annual university budget process. Before joining The U, he was director of research at the Office of the Executive Director for the South Dakota Board of Regents and served as a principal fiscal analyst for the South Dakota Legislative Research Council. Van Den Hul received his M.B.A. from USD, and a B.S. in commercial economics and agriculture business from South Dakota State University.

“I’m grateful for the opportunities I’ve had here at USD and value the great relationships I’ve developed,” said Van Den Hul, who has three daughters, Olivia, Emily and Sophie with wife, Kerri. “We can be proud of the many accomplishments we’ve had here, we truly transformed the campus.”

A native of the Brandon, S.D., and Sioux Falls, S.D. area, Van Den Hul will serve as the chief financial and business officer of Western Washington University, reporting directly to the president.

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