On the Move

Holly Gates-Mayer is the assistant vice chancellor for the Department of Environmental Health and Safety, and Brian Lindoerfer is the associate vice chancellor for Facilities Management. Both had been serving in an interim capacity.

Following a nationwide search, the Research & Innovation Office has announced the appointment of Nancy Stevens as the director of the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History, effective Sept. 1.

Provost Russell Moore announced his appointment of Vijay Khatri to be the inaugural dean of the Tandean Rustandy Endowed Deanship, the first endowed deanship at CU Boulder. Khatri brings a strong record of achievement in student success; research and scholarship; diversity, equity and inclusion; and community engagement.

Jessica Doty—who has served in an interim capacity since January 2022, guiding Health and Wellness Services through a significant period of transition—has been named the associate vice chancellor for health and wellness.

Chief Operating Officer Patrick O’Rourke announced he has appointed Chris Ewing to serve as the new vice chancellor for infrastructure and sustainability, effective April 1.

Provost Russell Moore announced the permanent appointment of Massimo Ruzzene to the position of vice chancellor for research and innovation and dean of the institutes, effective March 20.

Provost Russell Moore announced his appointment of D’Andra Mull to be the new vice chancellor for student affairs. The vice chancellor leads the Division of Student Affairs and works in collaboration with faculty, staff and student leaders to enhance the student experience and each student’s potential for success.

After a national search, George Hatcher III has been named the new executive director for industry and foundation relations.

Millar joins the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics after three decades with NASA. The new deputy director position was created to enable growth by strategically identifying and implementing new space research opportunities.

Jennifer McDuffie, who has worked at the university since 2007, has been named interim associate vice chancellor for enrollment management. She will also maintain her duties as Strategic Resources and Support chief of staff.