Centenary interim dean announced

Daniel N. Keck of Wylie, Texas has been named the interim provost and dean of the college at Centenary College. He'll serve through June 2010 while the college searches for a replacement.

From the press release:

Prior to his Centenary appointment, Keck retired in 2003 as the provost of Greensboro College, Greensboro, N.C. He also served at Greensboro as Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty from 1991 until 2002, and professor of political science.

“Dr. Keck brings wisdom and experience to this role and will be a talented leader for the academic programs of the College at a pivotal time in Centenary’s 185-year history,” said College President Dr. David Rowe. “He has a distinguished record of academic and administrative experience and leadership. We have a great deal of confidence in him and we look forward to the many positive contributions he will make to our College community.”

Keck earned a B.A. in government from Miami University, a M.A. and Ph.D. in political science from the University of Connecticut, and Certificate from Harvard University, Institute for Educational Management.