Dear DDN community: Our school is currently looking for a Dean. Given the social/community focus of this forum, It would be great if we can get some of you to apply.
Martha [EMAIL PROTECTED] Syracuse University invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the School of Information Studies. The School of Information Studies at Syracuse University is a leading center for innovative programs in information policy, information behavior, information management, information systems, information technology, and information services. The School was founded in 1896 with an initial course in library economics, and it became the School of Information Studies in 1974, broadening its vision in response to the ever-expanding role of information in modern society. The nationally ranked school has degree programs at the undergraduate and master's levels and a research degree at the doctoral level. The School has 44 full-time faculty members who produce new knowledge and theory that infuse fresh curricula to prepare future information professionals. The School is ranked first in information systems, second in digital libraries, third in library science, and fourth in school library media by the 2006 U.S. News & World Report. The School is scheduled to occupy its completely renovated home in Hinds Hall, which is located in the heart of the University's main campus, by the end of 2007. Established in 1870, Syracuse University is one of the oldest and most comprehensive independent universities in the United States, offering a broad array of programs to more than 18,000 students through its 11 schools and colleges. The University is classified as a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University-Extensive institution and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. Syracuse University seeks an administrative leader, entrepreneur and motivator to serve as its Dean of Information Studies. This individual may come from one of a number of disciplinary backgrounds including library science, management, computer science, information systems, education, psychology, economics, communications, public administration, or the humanities. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor and Provost, the Dean is the chief academic, administrative and fiscal officer of the School as well as the lead fundraiser. For additional information on the School, see http://istweb.syr.edu/. Screening will begin no later than October 15, 2006, and continue until the time of selection. Inquiries may be directed to any member of the search committee, whose membership is listed on the School's website. Applications should include a current curriculum vitae and a detailed letter discussing the candidate's qualifications. Nominations and applications should be submitted to: Syracuse University School of Information Studies Dean Search Heidrick & Struggles, Inc. Attn: Ellen E. Brown 303 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 4300 Atlanta, Georgia 30308 Phone: 404-577-2410 Fax: 404-577-4048 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Syracuse University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Martha García-Murillo [EMAIL PROTECTED] _______________________________________________ DIGITALDIVIDE mailing list DIGITALDIVIDE@mailman.edc.org http://mailman.edc.org/mailman/listinfo/digitaldivide To unsubscribe, send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the word UNSUBSCRIBE in the body of the message.
