Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences | Norwich University - Military Veterans
at HERC - New England
Norwich University invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Located in Northfield, Vermont, Norwich is one of the nation's six Senior Military Colleges and is an institution of choice for both Cadets and traditional civilian students. Norwich has an on-campus student population of over 2,000 students, with 53% of students in the Corps of Cadets and approximately 650 students enrolled in online graduate and continuing education. The College of Arts and Sciences (CoAS) is the newest academic unit at Norwich and unites more than 100 full-time faculty across one school and nine departments. The new Dean of CoAS will take office in spring or summer 2025.
Reporting to Provost Karen Gaines and working with the Academic Council, the Dean of CoAS operates with autonomy to advance the College's mission and the overarching goals of Academic Affairs. The incoming Dean will provide pivotal leadership in championing innovation, fostering collaborative initiatives, and sustaining the university's commitment to student success, research excellence, and a liberal arts ethos. Joining a supportive community of dedicated faculty and staff, the new Dean will foster a culture of collaborative and data-driven planning; promote a culture centered around academic freedom, excellence, and continuous improvement; and drive a strategic alignment of budget priorities. The incoming Dean will also demonstrate commitment to the principles of shared governance and build trust, transparency, and a sense of unity within the College while leading the creation and execution of a multi-year academic plan to boost enrollment and retention through enhanced program quality and maintaining innovative degree programs. Norwich seeks an individual with an earned doctorate or terminal degree in a field aligned with the College and with a record of effective teaching. A minimum of five years of progressively increasing administrative experience is also required. A clear leadership vision for the College, solid understanding of current trends in higher education, and experience attracting philanthropic gifts are preferred.
Northfield, VT
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