Stuart Bell has been named the University’s new executive vice chancellor and provost after a search that spanned two semesters.
A University news release on Thursday announced that Bell, the dean of the School of Engineering at the University of Kansas, would occupy the position following current Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Jack Hamilton’s two-year appointment.
The new provost begins his tenure Aug. 1, pending approval from the Board of Supervisors.
Bell emerged from a pool of more than 100 candidates from across the country compiled by the Greenwood/Asher search firm. He was announced as one of four finalists in March, among two other deans from out of the state and the lone internal candidate, Dean Kevin Carman from the College of Science.
When Bell spoke to the campus community during a visit in March, he recognized the University’s financial struggle as a problem that extends across the nation, including Kansas.
He said an important effort the University needs to make is securing more respect among state lawmakers.
Bell also emphasized engaging students who are part of an “incredibly connected” generation.
Despite acknowledging the University’s struggles, he showed optimism for the future.
“We have to make sure to move forward and in the most positive fashion,” Bell said.
Read more at the LSU Reveille website.
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