Candidate A for dean of UK’s College of Design to participate in open forum

University of Kentucky Conducts National Search for New Dean of College of Design

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 1, 2024) — As part of an extensive national search, the University of Kentucky is set to host three finalists for the dean position of the College of Design. These eminent finalists, representing a diverse pool of candidates, will be engaging with the University community in several ways including open forums and meetings throughout the campus.

First Candidate Ready for Open Forum

Getting the proceedings underway, the first candidate – referred to as Candidate A, for confidentiality purpose – is scheduled to participate in an open forum on Thursday, May 2, at 2 p.m. This forum will be held in the Britt Brockman Senate Chamber of the Gatton Student Center.

Encouraging participation, members of the UK community are invited to attend the forum. For those who are unable to join in person, the forum will be available on Zoom. The names and CVs of the finalists will be available on the search website, exclusively to the UK community 24 hours preceding each forum.

Feedback and Evaluation

Following each forum, a recording and a confidential online survey about the candidates will be accessible on the search website for 48 hours. This provision allows members of the UK community to assess the strengths and areas of growth for each candidate. Supervisors at the University are urged to enable their team members to participate in the open forums, wherever feasible.

Selection Process

After receiving feedback from open forums, the committee overseeing the search, led by UK Provost Robert S. DiPaola, will make the final selection. As the state’s flagship and land-grant institution, the University of Kentucky ensures the progression of the Commonwealth with commitment towards preparing the next generation of leaders and transforming the lives of Kentuckians through education, research, service, and healthcare.

University of Kentucky: Catalyst for Breakthroughs

Boasting 200 academic programs, a $476.5 million research and development enterprise, and a world-class medical center, the University of Kentucky serves as a catalyst for breakthroughs and a force for healing. In 2022, the University had been recognized as one of the “Best Employers for New Grads” by Forbes and named a “Diversity Champion” by INSIGHT into Diversity.

Reflection of its longstanding commitment to advancing Kentucky and creating an inclusive community, the University’s mission has evolved since it began in 1865. Yet, its core vision of service to the Commonwealth and the world, remains eternally intact.

Contact Information

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