Multimedia reporter Tori Dennis asks Dr. Brooke Barnett her plans as she steps into the role for Interim Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs.
CCOM Dean Brooke Barnett appointed to interim provost
On March 16, President Danko announced Barnett’s appointment to interim provost and vice president for academic affairs at Butler University. Barnett’s position will become effective April 1.
Background check policy might deter potential candidates
Administrators have begun reviewing Butler University’s background check policy to evaluate its effectiveness and respond to fears that it is causing the university to lose candidates. Associate Provost Laura Behling said at the Feb. 21 Faculty Senate meeting that administrators have started to review both the cost and the time associated with background checks. The…
Danko appoints interim provost, administrators
This January, the Butler University community is adjusting to several administrative changes, as well as new classes, a new police K9 at the Butler University Police Department and an updated dining facility. With two major administrative positions—the College of Communication dean and provost—still in need of being filled permanently, President Jim Danko’s administrative dream team…
STAFF EDITORIAL | Give students a voice in hiring process
Butler University students returned from the semester break to find a newly appointed interim provost who could serve in that position for as long as three semesters. Even an interim appointment has the authority to change the focus or goals of his or her department, and this can change the experience of hundreds if not…