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March 13, 2006

Dasenbrock Named UNM Provost

Acting University of New Mexico President David W. Harris today recommended approval of the UNM Board of Regents for his appointment of Dr. Reed Way Dasenbrock as provost and executive vice president for academic affairs.

Dasenbrock has been interim UNM provost for the past year, and prior to that served as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences since coming to UNM in 2001.

“We were fortunate to have three well qualified candidates to consider for this position. Reed distinguished himself in the process with his understanding of and passion for UNM and New Mexico,” said Harris. “The search committee noted his excellent leadership skills; an inclusive, open and collaborative style; and a “no nonsense” decisiveness. I wholeheartedly concur with that evaluation.”

Harris said the 16-member committee praised Dasenbrock's demonstrated ability as dean of Arts and Sciences to increase funding and eliminate long-standing debt, and also noted that with his understanding of the issues facing UNM, he could step into the position of provost with no learning curve.

The provost and executive vice president for academic affairs serves as the university's chief academic officer, providing administrative leadership to all operating units in academic affairs, student affairs and research.

Dasenbrock has been in New Mexico for 25 years. From 1981 until coming to UNM, he served on the faculty and in various administrative positions at New Mexico State University, including associate dean of Arts and Sciences, director of the Arts and Sciences Research Center and head of the English department. He has a Ph.D. and M.A. from the Johns Hopkins University; a B.Phil from Oxford University; and a B.A. from McGill University.

 


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