Dear Colleagues,
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jennifer Greer as the acting vice provost and dean liaison.Dr. Greer’s appointment to this role is effective September 18, 2023.
Ned Crankshaw has served as the acting dean of the College of Design since August 16, 2022. Because of his effective leadership, I am pleased to reappoint Acting Dean Crankshaw.
Serving as your provost is an honor. For the past two years, you have taught me, inspired me and reminded me why the University of Kentucky is truly a remarkable place.
Today, I announce the newly created position of Vice Provost and Dean Liaison. This position will help us focus even more on academic efforts across our colleges. Submit your nominations by Aug. 11, 2023.
I am very pleased to announce that Lisa Tannock has accepted the position of Associate Provost for Faculty Advancement at UK. She will begin her duties in this pivotal position in July.
While we will commence a search process for the next Director of the Gaines Center in the fall, at this time, we are requesting nominations for Acting Director. This is a position that will begin July 1, 2023.
