Kevin Roberts, associate professor, director of the undergraduate program in hospitality management, and director of the Center for Excellence for Food Safety Research in Childhood Nutrition Programs, has been named interim head of the department of hospitality management.
John Buckwalter, dean of the College of Human Ecology, announced Roberts’ appointment on June 21.
“Dr. Roberts will bring expertise and leadership to the role of interim department head,” Buckwalter said. “I appreciate his willingness to serve the department as we search for a permanent department head.”
Roberts’ appointment began July 17 with the search for a permanent department head following closely.
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