Bob Day Named Interim Dean at UConn Business School

0:00University of Connecticut, just named operations professor, Robert Bob, day as the new interim dean for its School of Business. He'll step in mid-May, taking over for management professor Greg Riley, who's been holding the spot for over a year. This move comes as the school restarts its search for a permanent leader. The business school is one of Yukon's biggest units, serving about 4,500 students, over 3,300 undergrads, and more than 1,200 grads chasing MBAs and specialized masters. The dean spot opened up early this year when longtime leader John A. Elliott stepped down. Day brings serious experience, having served as associate dean for undergrad programs from 2017 to 2022. He's also chair of the University's Senate Executive Committee and sits on key groups like the AI Governance Committee. Interim Provost Pamir Alpe announced it Wednesday, stressing the need for a thorough search. Days got clear priorities, prepping for a November accreditation visit

1:02from the top business school accreditors, rolling out the new budget plan, boosting AI education, expanding hands-on learning, and ramping up student access, retention, and recruiting worldwide. He says the programs aren't high demand because they deliver real value. Meanwhile, Alpe shouted out Riley for building stronger ties with corporate partners, alumni, and employers during his watch. Riley's planning a town hall soon to dive deeper into the transition in search. With day at the helm, the school's gearing of strong for its next chapter. Stay in form with Hartford News Today, AI-powered updates.