After a lengthy search, the University’s College of Art and Design named Alkis P. Tsolakis as its new dean on Friday.
The college has been without a permanent dean since David Cronrath officially became dean of the University of Maryland on July 1, 2010. Tsolakis will assume the position in early January 2013, pending approval by the Board of Supervisors. Current Interim Dean Ken Carpenter will remain in the position until then.
Tsolakis’ resumé is diverse. He is currently a professor of architecture and acting director of the art department at Drury University. His background also includes stints at three universities and two positions directing summer programs in Europe for Tulane and Drury. He also served as a visiting assistant professor at the University of Oregon.
However, he was not the only qualified candidate considered for the position, according to Christopher D’Elia, dean of the School of the Coast and Environment and head of the search committee.
“The finalists either submitted their own credentials or were nominated by others,” D’Elia said.