Dear colleagues,
While the conclusion of the search for the inaugural Dean of the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is imminent, I am delighted to announce that Professor Bryce Traister has accepted the position of Dean pro tem beginning September 1, 2020, and ending no later than December 31, 2020. Prof. Traister will hold this position in addition to his current role as Dean, Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies.