dean

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Greg’s class, “The Art of the Page Turner,” fell into his lap, and so did Dylan’s role as interim dean of faculty.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

“When there’s a shortage somewhere, everything is affected,” said Alan Fyall, an associate dean of the University of Central Florida Rosen College of Hospitality Management.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

He and his wife Willow Bay, dean of University of Southern California’s communication and journalism school, bought a controlling stake in women’s soccer team Angel City FC in 2024.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

He previously served as dean of the Wharton School and president of the University of Delaware.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

Just a random letter-sized envelope, the perfect size for a letter from the dean retracting my scholarship and reversing my acceptance.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli