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Southern Oregon University Announces New Provost (6/13/08)
Southern Oregon University (SOU) is pleased to announce that James Klein, PhD, will join the University’s leadership staff in the position of Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Klein is currently dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Since 2005, Klein has led the college of 3,266 students majoring in 29 undergraduate and 15 graduate programs, including both master’s and doctoral degree programs. Klein directed 126 full-time faculty members and an $11-million budget.
"I am delighted that Dr. James Klein has accepted our offer to serve as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. He brings excellent experience and skills to the position,” said Mary Cullinan, SOU president. “He will be a valuable addition to the administrative team and a strong asset to Southern Oregon University."
Klein organized a comprehensive development program for training department heads, developed the college’s guidelines for staff and faculty promotions and tenures, and formed the University Studies Task Force to review the core curriculum.
Before serving as dean, Klein held various positions at California State University-Stanislaus, including both interim dean and associate dean of the College of Arts, Letters, and Sciences; director of the School of Fine and Performing Arts; and executive assistant to the President.
“I am very excited about joining the leadership team at Southern Oregon University. The campus community has a wonderful spirit and energy,” said Klein. “I look forward to working with everyone to address the needs of our students and to enhance the strong reputation the university enjoys.”
