Mary Sue Coleman, the president of the University of Michigan, has just denied any interest in the job of Harvard president.

Well…kind of.

Her denial comes through a spokeswoman, who says, President Coleman is not pursuing the Harvard position. She’s committed to staying here at the University of Michigan. The regents just recently renewed her contract.

There’s a bit of wiggle room in that, I’d say.

On another note, can someone please institute a ban on university presidents having spokespeople?

These people are supposed to be leaders, known for eloquence, candor, the ability to speak intelligently on a variety of topics. Does Harvard really want a president who issues non-denial denials through a spokesperson?

Especially considering that it just had one…..