Shawn Whiteman, Endowed Dean Al Smith, Sylvia Read, Gretchen Peacock, and Jody Clarke-Midura
Shawn Whiteman
CEHS Interim Dean
Dr. Whiteman has been supporting scholarly initiatives in his leadership position overseeing the college’s Office of Research Services and supporting scholarly initiatives. In his new extended leadership role, Dr. Whiteman promotes connections with appropriate industry partners, supports entrepreneurial initiatives, and facilitates technology transfer and unique forms of research translation. More about Dr. Whiteman.
Jody Clarke-Midura, Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences
Associate Dean for Graduate Studies
Dr. Clarke-Midura oversees all essential functions of the college related to graduate education. Dr. Clarke-Midura's strong commitment to supporting and mentoring graduate students will inform the College's goal of implementing policies in this area. More about Dr. Clarke-Midura.
Gretchen Peacock, Psychology
Associate Dean for Faculty Development and Clinical Programs
In executing her faculty development role, Dr. Peacock oversees and develop structures and processes that enable faculty success over the career lifespan. This is a newly formalized role within the college leadership team that will be supported directly by Dean Smith and the other Associate Deans. Dr. Peacock continues her oversight of the Sorenson Center and the college’s clinical initiatives. More about Dr. Peacock.
Sylvia Read, School of Teacher Education and Leadership
Associate Dean for Accreditation and Undergraduate Studies
Dr. Read’s knowledge of accreditation processes and her engagement with state and national governing bodies make her an invaluable resource to departments and programs that maintain accreditation at both undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition to continuing to offer college-level oversight and support in this area, she also oversees all essential functions of the college related to undergraduate education. More about Dr. Read.