As dean, Ecke will lead one of the university鈥檚 most interdisciplinary colleges, which prepares students for careers in education, the arts, public service, communication, social sciences, and related fields while advancing research, creativity, and community engagement across Arkansas.

鈥淒r. Ecke鈥檚 extensive experience in a variety of academic and administrative leadership roles at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock has prepared him well for this position,鈥� said Provost Ann Bain. 鈥淗is broad understanding of the college and the university will allow him to transition seamlessly into the role and continue the important work in CHASSE.鈥�

Ecke earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree from the University of California at Davis and a Ph.D. in English with a linguistic emphasis from the University of California at Berkeley in 2009. His scholarly work focuses on poetics, linguistics, and the history and structure of the English language.

He joined 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock in 2012 as an assistant professor of English and has held numerous academic and administrative leadership roles at the university, including interim dean of CHASSE, interim associate dean of college operations for CHASSE, director of undergraduate research, chair of the Department of English, director of the Signature Experience Research and Creative Works Program, and student success coordinator for the Department of English.

鈥淚 am honored to serve as dean of CHASSE and continue working alongside our outstanding faculty, staff, students, and community partners,鈥� Ecke said. 鈥淭his college plays a vital role in shaping creative thinkers, educators, and leaders who make meaningful contributions throughout Arkansas and beyond. I look forward to building on our momentum and expanding opportunities for our students and programs.鈥�

Provost Ann Bain also thanked Dr. Brian Berry, who chaired the national search, for his leadership throughout the search process.

鈥淒r. Berry has provided exceptional leadership during the search and helped facilitate a thoughtful and inclusive process,鈥� Bain said. 鈥淲e appreciate his dedication and service to the university.鈥�

The College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education serves thousands of students through a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs and plays a central role in 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 mission of education, research, and community engagement.To learn more about the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education, visit the college鈥檚 website or email chasse@ualr.edu.

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Dr. Jeremy Ecke has been appointed interim dean of the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education (CHASSE) following the departure of Dr. Sarah Beth Estes, who has accepted a deanship at Wichita State University.聽

He previously served as associate dean for college operations and chair of the Department of English and will lead the college while a national search for the next dean takes place.  

鈥淐HASSE is home to a vibrant group of faculty and students doing meaningful work in the classroom, on stage, in studios, and in the community,鈥� said Ecke. 鈥淚t鈥檚 a privilege to support that work and help ensure a smooth transition during the upcoming academic year.鈥�

Additionally, Joli Livaudais has been named the director of the School of Art and Design. Livaudais has worked to leverage the university鈥檚 world-class Windgate Center of Art and Design to enhance student experiences, support faculty practice, and expand public programming.

鈥淥ur students and faculty bring such creativity and passion to their work,鈥� Livaudais said. 鈥淚鈥檓 excited to continue supporting their efforts and building momentum for the school鈥檚 future.鈥�

In the Donaghey College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (DCSTEM), Dr. Annie Childers has been named chair of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. 

A longtime faculty member, Childers has served in a variety of leadership roles, including interim associate dean of the college and graduate coordinator for all applied mathematics and statistics programs. 

鈥淢athematics and statistics are essential to a wide range of disciplines,鈥� she said. 鈥淚鈥檓 grateful for the opportunity to serve the department in this new role and to continue supporting our students and faculty.鈥�

Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Ann Bain said the appointments reflect the university鈥檚 strong momentum and the caliber of leadership rising across campus. 

鈥淭hese leaders represent the best of 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock 鈥� dedicated scholars and collaborative professionals who care deeply about our students and the future of their fields,鈥� Bain said. 鈥淭heir leadership will help us continue building momentum across campus, and I鈥檓 excited to work alongside them.鈥�

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