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A “major rift” had developed between the Ohio State University Board of Trustees chairman who resigned Friday and President Michael V. Drake, said a university source with knowledge of the relationship.

Chairman Michael J. Gasser submitted his resignation in an email sent to Drake and the rest of the board Friday morning, effective immediately.

“The chairman has been upset with the president’s performance and actions,” the source told The Dispatch on condition of anonymity, but would not discuss specifics of Gasser’s concerns.

Gasser made no reference to Drake in his resignation letter, wherein he stated he could no longer commit the time needed as a trustee, and cited “personal and private issues.”

Gasser added that “it has been an honor to serve as a trustee” and asked the president and the board to respect his privacy and his decision.