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Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement today regarding the passing of David J. Prior, the seventh chancellor of the University of Virginia’s College at Wise:

“I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Chancellor Prior,” said Congressman Griffith. “As a lifelong educator and researcher, Chancellor Prior’s continued dedication to the importance of higher education was seen throughout the Commonwealth. Since coming to UVa-Wise in 2005, Chancellor Prior worked diligently to grow the College and support economic development in Southwest Virginia. My prayers are with his family and the UVa-Wise community at this difficult time. Chancellor Prior will be greatly missed, but his legacy will not be forgotten.”

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