GUAM - Former UOG President Dr. Rosa Roberto Carter passed away today. Congresswoman Madeleine Bordallo issued the following statement on her death.

"I join our island in mourning the loss of a leader in education and an advocate for the University of Guam. I will always remember Dr. Carter as a passionate woman who worked so hard throughout her life for our university and our community. I extend my deepest sympathies and prayers to her family, friends and loved ones."

Dr. Carter served as president from 1977–1983.