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New Interim Dean

Honors College Welcomes New Interim Dean


Kelvin White

Dr. Kelvin White has recently joined the Honors College as Interim Dean. Dr White succeeds Dr. Rich Hamerla, who is returning to the faculty to focus on teaching and scholarship. 

Dr. White has been a valuable member of the OU faculty since 2008 and has served as the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and Community in the Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences. His exemplary leadership includes overseeing faculty-related policies and processes, faculty and staff evaluations, tenure and promotion, faculty recruitment and retention, and fostering inclusivity for over 600 faculty members and 200 staff. 

Dr. White's research focuses on the intersections of social, cultural, and historical contexts in recordkeeping activities and their impact on marginalized communities. He has also made significant contributions to the archival community through the Archival Education and Research Institute. 

Many thanks to Dr. White for joining our team!