College Names Assistant Dean of Health Sciences

Published 09.11.2008

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Nathan D. SmythNathan D. Smyth has been named assistant dean of health sciences at Pennsylvania College of Technology.

Smyth joined Penn College in 2006 as coordinator of matriculation and retention for the School of Health Sciences.

Previously, he was program director for the U.S. Army ROTC program at Bucknell University; division chemical officer at Fort Riley, Kan.; brigade chemical officer at Camp Humphreys, Korea; and assistant program director for the Army at Boise State University.

"We are very pleased that Nate is joining the Academic Affairs leadership team in a new capacity," said Lizabeth S. Mullens, vice president for academic affairs/provost. "His background and experience in education, program development, management, leadership and policy development will allow him to contribute well to the accomplishment of goals ahead for the School of Health Sciences."

Smyth holds a bachelor's degree in biology from Texas State University and a master's degree in administration from Central Michigan University. He is a graduate of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College.

"We are excited to have Nate transition into his new leadership role," said Sharon Waters, dean of health sciences. "His experience and enthusiasm will continue to make him an integral part of the progress made within the School of Health Sciences."

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