The retirement of Ombudsman Tim Griffin was announced at Wednesday’s University Council meeting.

Griffin said he has worked at NIU as the ombudsman for 21 years. He said his retirement came as he is “maxed out in the retirement system” and seeking something new.

“I’m at a point in life where I want to accomplish other things while I still have the strength to accomplish them,” Griffin said.

Griffin intends to expand his teaching of tai chi, remodel his house and travel. He said he will miss several aspects of NIU.

“I’ll miss the people,” Griffin said. “I’ll miss the intellectual stimulation that is pervasive of research campuses, NIU is particular. I’ll miss the excitement students bring and the enthusiasm that comes with it.”

Griffin will retire come summer.