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Renu Khator, top-paid UH athletics figures opt for temporary pay cut

President Renu Khator is taking a 10 percent pay cut for the next six months as the University continues to adjust during the coronavirus outbreak.

Along with Khator, athletic director Chris Pezman, head men’s basketball coach Kelvin Sampson and head football coach Dana Holgorsen are also taking a non-mandatory pay decrease.

While Khator suggested the pay cut, the decrease was voluntary and accepted by Pezman, Sampson and Holgorsen by choice. There was no pressure to make the decision, but Khator said she was pleased the others made the same choice as her.

“I’m just glad that we are able to do this during difficult times,” Khator said.