Nova Southeastern University issued the following announcement on July 12.
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kimberly Durham, Psy.D., as the dean of Abraham S. Fischler College of Education.
“Dr. Durham is a valued member of NSU and the ideal fit for this position,” said Dr. George Hanbury, President and CEO, Nova Southeastern University. “Her extensive knowledge and ability to enhance the student learning experience, create positive change in the college’s programs and curriculum as well as guide faculty and staff to greater achievement and recognition will be a great asset to Fischler College of Education and the University as a whole.”
In this position, Dr. Durham will be responsible for developing and enhancing the college’s strategic initiatives, long-term planning and policy setting. She will also lead the faculty and staff in curriculum development, institutional assessment and improvement and will cultivate relationships with alumni and donors.
Additionally, the nationally ranked Department of Criminal Justice and Human Services is being elevated to the status of a School and placed within the Fischler College of Education. Placing the School of Criminal Justice and Human Services, which awards B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Criminal Justice, within the Fischler College of Education creates synergies and opportunities to address today’s most relevant and critical education issue: school safety.
Dr. Durham’s career with NSU spans 27 years during which she has held positions as a faculty member, academic administrator and program director. Prior to her appointment, she was serving as Interim Dean of the Fischler College of Education. She has served as Chair of the Department of Justice and Human Services and previously, Dean of the Institute for Justice and Human Services.
Dr. Durham has sat on numerous academic and community councils, boards and committees throughout her career. In collaboration with community partners, she has facilitated a number of initiatives aimed at easing the transition to civilian life for returning military veterans and their families and also provides oversight for the NSU-Broward Sheriff’s Office partnership. In addition, she is a licensed pilot and currently teaches in the Professional Development in Aviation minor/concentration, and Master of Human Services in Child Protection degree program.
She received her B.S. in Psychology, M.S. in Clinical Psychology, and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from NSU.
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