Nominations sought for Dean of Veterinary Medicine and Hospital CEO position

Nominations are being sought for the next Dean of Veterinary Medicine and Hospital CEO.

As planned and announced to Purdue University Veterinary Medicine colleagues two years ago, Dean Willie Reed will step down June 30, after 17 years in his leadership role and 25 total years of service to the university.

“We simply cannot thank Dean Reed enough for his pioneering leadership at Purdue,” Purdue Provost Patrick Wolfe said. “Having received two lifetime achievement awards from Indiana and U.S. professional societies this past year alone, I know Willie is looking forward to a much-deserved scientific sabbatical. His story is amazing, as is the arc of his career and professional accomplishments, and it is one that I know students, faculty and staff at Purdue will cherish for many years to come.”

Lucy Flesch, Purdue’s Frederick L. Hovde Dean of the College of Science and professor of earth, atmospheric, and planetary sciences, is serving as chair of the advisory committee.

The committee is seeking an individual who embodies visionary leadership, academic excellence, and a commitment to advancing the field of veterinary medicine. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to lead a dynamic team of faculty, staff, and students, drive innovation in teaching and research, and foster collaborative partnerships within our community and beyond.

Candidate nominations (including self-nominations) may be submitted using the nomination link. More about the role and its responsibilities can be found the online job profile.