Chris McKenna appointed associate dean, research & graduate studies

The College of Business and Economics is pleased to announce that professor Chris McKenna has been appointed associate dean, research & graduate studies for a five-year term, beginning July 1. He has been acting as interim associate dean, research & graduate studies since January 1, 2016.

In this role, McKenna will focus on enhancing the college’s internal research and graduate studies systems, structures and programs, as well as growth in its graduate programs, research support and overall productivity. He brings a wealth of senior leadership experience to the position, previously serving as the founding dean of the College of Business and Economics.

Congratulations, Chris.