St. Thomas University President David Armstrong Resigns Following Investigation
David Armstrong has resigned as president of St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens after eight years. His departure follows an investigation into alleged university policy violations, during which he had been placed on leave.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, September 9, 2026 —
David Armstrong, who served as the president of St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens for eight years, has resigned from his position. The departure comes after a period during which Armstrong was placed on leave, a move that followed an investigation into alleged university policy violations.
Armstrong’s tenure at the private Catholic university, located in Miami Gardens, concluded with his resignation. Details regarding the specific university policy violations that triggered the investigation were not immediately available in public statements. The investigation led to Armstrong being placed on administrative leave prior to his resignation. The university has not yet named a successor or an interim president to lead the institution. Information regarding the timeline of the investigation or the exact date of his resignation was not provided.
St. Thomas University is a private institution founded in 1961. It offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The university has not released further details concerning the circumstances leading to Armstrong’s departure.
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