appointments

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Melissa Sturge-Apple named dean of the Warner School of Education & Human Development

December 8, 2025

As interim dean, she has guided the school through a period of transition while building on the school’s strategic priorities and strong foundation.

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Samuel Thomas named dean of the School of Arts & Sciences

September 10, 2025

Thomas, a renowned scientist and experienced academic leader, begins in his new role on January 1, 2026.

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Wendi Heinzelman reappointed as Hajim School dean

August 22, 2025

Supporting the continued growth of the school’s research enterprise is among the key initiatives she'll focus on in her third term.

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Geoffrey Berg named senior vice president and chief investment officer

August 1, 2025

Berg begins in his new role managing the University’s permanent funding sources on October 1.

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Anthony Beckman named associate vice president for research administration

July 8, 2025

Beckman, who has been involved in sponsored research projects at Rochester for more than 20 years, had served in an interim role since January 1.

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Joshua Farrelman named vice president for government relations

March 6, 2025

Farrelman will work to advance the University’s legislative priorities and advise University leaders on state, federal, and local government issues.

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Nicole Sampson named University of Rochester provost

January 30, 2025

Sampson, who has decades of higher education leadership experience, has served as interim provost since August.

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Elaine Sia named senior vice provost for academic excellence

January 2, 2025

Sia will be responsible for strengthening the quality and impact of the University’s academic programs, research, and student success initiatives.

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Sevin Yeltekin reappointed as Simon Business School dean

November 4, 2024

In her second term, Yeltekin plans to launch new initiatives and build on accomplishments from her first five years in the role.

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Anne-Marie Algier named dean of students, associate vice president for university student life

October 23, 2024

Algier, a trusted and experienced leader, will lead student services and support programs focused on student well-being and success.