Peter White, dean of University College, has been named vice provost for Undergraduate Education. He will continue his duties as dean of University College, and add new activities to his portfolio. In his new position, White will be the provost’s liaison to the Faculty Senate, Undergraduate Committee and Teaching Enhancement Committee.
Photo: Peter White named vice provost for Undergraduate Education.
He will also adjudicate undergraduate student appeals and represent UNM on the New Mexico Articulation Task Force. The task force is assigned to help the institutions work out a way in which courses taught in specific subject areas are comparable and transferable among New Mexico colleges and universities.
White will also lead several quality improvement projects in undergraduate education, including the coordination of undergraduate research programs and an initiative to improve graduation rates.
Media Contact: Karen Wentworth, (505) 277-5627; e-mail: kwent2@unm.edu
Posted by kwentworth at June 23, 2006 03:58 PM