DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 16 -- North Carolina State University issued the following press release:

Meg Chester has been named vice provost for Budget and Business Operations at North Carolina State University, effective September 14. NC State Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Jim Pfaendtner made the announcement today. Michael Walker, chief business officer for the College of Engineering, chaired the search committee for this position.

Vice Provost for Budget and Business Operations Meg Chester

"Meg has a proven record of service to NC State, in addition to a wealth of institutional knowledge," said Pfaendtner. "With her business and financial experience, and her leadership within the Provost's Office, I am confident that she will continu...