After a national search, the College of Liberal Arts has made a decision on its next dean Thursday, June 27.
Joseph Aistrup, currently the associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Kansas State University, will begin his tenure as dean on Sept. 1.
"The degree programs of Auburn's College of Liberal Arts offer students an exceptional education to prepare them for life," Aistrup said in a press conference. "The college plays a central role in the general education of every student at Auburn, and I look forward to becoming its dean."
Aistrup has been at Kansas State since 2002, serving as associate professor and head of the department of political science. He served as the College of Arts and Science's interim dean before being named the associate dean in October 2012.
Prior to his tenure at Kansas State, Aistrup was director of the Docking Institute of Public Affairs and professor of political science and justice studies at his alma mater, Fort Hays State University in Kansas.
"I know that I will find my place among the outstanding faculty members, students and professional staff of the college and university," Aistrup said in the press conference. "My wife, Shelley, and I are excited to become members of the Auburn community."
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