Frances Bronet
For those of you who are not aware, Frances Bronet, acting Senior Vice
President and Provost for the University of Oregon, will soon be leaving Eugene
to fulfill the same role on a permanent basis at the Illinois Institute of
Technology. Oregon’s loss will certainly be IIT’s gain, as Frances did a
tremendous job during her tenure as dean sustaining and growing the School of
Architecture & Allied Arts through a challenging period for higher
education in Oregon. She leaves knowing AAA is thriving, more diverse, and
better equipped to prepare future leaders in the design of the built
environment. We’ll all miss her dynamic personality and vision, and wish her
the best in her new position.
Frances
recently notified members of the AAA faculty of her decision; here is her
message:
Dearest
Colleagues,
I
will be leaving in July to take on the role of Provost and Senior Vice
President at Illinois Institute of Technology. It really is with a heavy heart
that I leave now. AAA is on a strong trajectory; I am so proud to have
been part of its history. Brook
Muller, who has been our great acting dean in the School of Architecture and
Allied Arts—about to become INTERIM dean—will remain in his role until a
national search is conducted. The new
President, Michael Schill, is inspiring, and the University will thrive with
Scott and Mike as your leadership team.
AAA as been a
remarkable place for me, a gift of brilliant, committed colleagues with immense
ambition. The faculty, staff, students, friends, volunteers and alumni have
been dedicated stewards and powerful visionaries. We built on incredible
programs from Eugene to Portland; led on a legacy of making a difference in the
world; and hired amazing world-class talent. What can I say? You have given me
so much. It has been an honor to be a part of AAA and UO for this last decade;
I am humbled by the intellectual generosity and enveloping community.
Many
of you know that I never relinquish friendships. Anticipate hearing from
me, and know that you have an open invitation to visit me in Chicago.
With my sincerest
gratitude,
Frances
Frances Bronet
Acting Senior Vice
President and Provost
University of Oregon
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