The UF Provost’s Office removed Melissa Johnson from her role as interim director of the UF Honors Program in November 2025. It’s the second time in just four years the university has removed an Honors leader, leaving lingering questions about the program’s future and its usefulness to participating students.
The university provided Johnson with a notice of nonrenewal Nov. 18, 2025, according to an internal email obtained by The Alligator. Kellie Roberts, a formerly retired UF professor, took over the role of acting director Jan. 16.
Leadership changes…