Dean of Science reappointed

Dr. Rob Lipson has been reappointed for a further term as Dean of the Faculty of Science. “Dean Lipson has served effectively as the public face of the faculty, promoting science throughout the university, in the community and with external agencies,” says Dr. Valerie Kuehne, Vice-President Academic and Provost.“He recognizes and supports the diverse range of disciplinary and programmatic interests within the Faculty and has played an important role in arguing for and supporting research and teaching infrastructure. His conceptualization of the research enterprise in the Faculty is inclusive, while at the same time providing a framework that emphasizes coherent research themes and faculty strengths.” An accomplished teacher and scholar, Dr. Lipson holds an MSc in Chemistry and a PhD in Physics, both from the University of Toronto. His term takes effect July 1, 2016, following a period of administrative leave from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016.