Three associate deans have been appointed in the Michigan State University College of Engineering.
Neeraj Buch will serve as the associate dean for undergraduate studies; John Verboncoeur is the new associate dean for research; and Thomas Voice will be the new associate dean for administrative affairs.
Buch is currently the chairperson and a professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. His appointment is effective July 1. He succeeds Thomas Wolff, who is retiring after 29 years of service to MSU.
Verboncoeur has served as the college’s acting associate dean for research since 2014. A faculty member since 2011, he is a professor of electrical and computer engineering. His appointment was effective June 1.
Voice will be the inaugural associate dean for administrative affairs in the college. In this capacity, he will assist the dean with academic personnel management; facility, space and infrastructure issues; administration; and financial oversight. His appointment is effective July 1.
“Their enthusiasm, ideas, and willingness to step into leadership positions will strengthen our college and help guide our phenomenal growth,” said College of Engineering Dean Leo Kempel.