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With his matching suits, bow ties, andgentlemanly demeanor, Epps sometimes seems closerto the old Harvard presidents whose graves helikes to stroll among than to his currentcolleagues.
"I come out of the tradition of the solitarydean," Epps says. "I come from a generation wherethere's a lot to be said for muddling through andbeing open and not necessarily getting everythingright."
Epps--who said he has received many lettersfrom former students since he announced hisresignation--says his open manner is part of thereason students seem to have so much respect forhim as he leaves.
While Epps supported the decision to randomizeupperclass housing assignments, for example, healso supported consideration of the concerns ofthose who opposed the new system. When a number ofHouse tutors signed a letter urging the College toreconsider its randomization policy last year,Epps met with them to discuss the situation.
Epps--whose resignation becomes effective July1--said he is ready to give up his job's taxingresponsibilities.