New Interim Dean of 色花堂 Graduate College of Social Work Named
Dear 色花堂 Community,
On July 1, we will welcome Cynthia Warrick as the Graduate College of Social Work's new Interim Dean. She brings considerable experience as an academic leader and a faculty member to this role.
Dr. Warrick previously served as the President of Stillman College from 2017-2023. She comes to us from her current position at the University of Texas-Permian Basin (UTPB), where she serves as Executive in Residence and provides leadership for the College of Health Sciences. In this role, she has led accreditation efforts for the college and assisted in the development of new degree programs, including an online Master of Social Work program. She has also served as the interim president of Grambling State University (2014-15) and South Carolina State University (2012-2013).
We look forward to her arrival and are confident that she will provide steadfast support as we work to identify a permanent dean.
I would like to offer my sincerest gratitude to current Interim Dean Sarah Larsen. She has balanced her responsibilities to the GCSW with her regular role as Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate School. I know she will continue to be a resource to the GCSW and work with Cynthia Warrick as she transitions into her new role.
As mentioned, we are continuing a nationwide search for the next GCSW Dean. I will provide updates in the fall as we move forward with the search.
Respectfully,
Diane Z. Chase
Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost