Barry Gerhart, Wisconsin School of Business acting dean and senior associate dean for faculty and research, will continue to serve the school in 2018 as interim dean.
Provost Sarah Mangelsdorf announced the appointment Friday, following extensive consultation with WSB faculty and staff members in order to receive feedback and nominations for the role.
“In addition to his talent in teaching, research and administration, I’ve appreciated Barry’s assistance during this period of transition,” Mangelsdorf says.