Christopher Deeney named deputy director at the Laboratory for Laser Energetics
Deeney brings extensive experience running complex operations to this new role at the University’s Laser Lab.
Professor of Japanese remembered as a prolific and creative scholar
David Holloway was a promising assistant professor in Japanese studies and director of the East Asian studies undergraduate program.
Mark Cavanaugh named associate vice president of Environmental Health & Safety
Cavanaugh has led the EH&S department for nearly 20 years and will take up his new role effective July 1.
In a challenging year, staff efforts shine through
The 2021 President’s Staff Awards spotlight several people and groups who went above and beyond during the past year
Kathleen Gallucci named University vice president and chief human resources officer
Gallucci joined the University in 2016 and will serve in this new role as chief human resources officers effective August 1.
Meliora 2021—a new spin on a popular fall weekend
The October 1–2 weekend marks milestone reunions, celebrates the Class of 2020, and welcomes families to visit campus. Special guests include Geena Davis as the commencement speaker and Margaret Cho as the featured performer.
Accomplished University administrator heads back to the lab
Richard Waugh returns to his research lab full time on July 1 after serving in multiple leadership positions, including most recently as vice provost for research.
Outstanding educators continued to shine during pandemic
Thomas Brown and Sina Ghaemmaghami are the latest recipients of the University’s Mercer Brugler Distinguished Teaching Professorships.
Provost appointments aim to strengthen University roles
Undergraduate education, information technology, and data governance are getting organizational enhancements and new leaders going into the 2021–22 academic year.
Jeffrey Runner reappointed as dean of the College
Since taking over as dean in 2017, Runner has focused on fostering an environment of belonging in which all students can become innovative and adaptive lifelong learners.