University of Montana names Christopher Comer next arts and sciences dean
| May 29, 2008 |  View for printing |
Christopher Comer, a scientist whose research may lead to brain-operated prosthetic devices and biologically-based robots, will be the next dean of the College of Arts and Sciences http://www.cas.umt.edu/casweb/ at the University of Montana http://www.umt.edu/ starting in January 2009.
Comer will replace Gerald Fetz, arts and sciences dean since July 2003. Fetz will complete his tenure as dean June 30 but will continue working at UM on a post-retirement contract. CAS employees will fulfill the dean’s duties until Comer arrives.
In his new role, Comer will oversee 23 departments and programs, 380 faculty members, 60 staff members and nearly 7,000 students.
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