In the article "GW Professor to Lead University of Delaware College of Engineering," GW Today announced that Pamela Norris, the former vice provost for research and current professor of mechanical aerospace engineering, will be the next dean of the University of Delaware College of Engineering, effective March 1. The article details the countless ways through which Norris has increased GW's research enterprise and reputation, championed diversity in science and engineering, and been recognized for her leadership in the field of nanoscale heat transfer.
Here is an excerpt from the article: "During her tenure at GW, Norris launched several initiatives to support faculty scholarship, including a robust new faculty orientation program, popular multi-day faculty writing retreats, and expanded grant development resources. She emphasized enhancing the external recognition of GW scholarship, brought the popular radio show Science Friday to GW’s campus, and sponsored a highly visible presence at the nation’s largest multidisciplinary scientific association (AAAS). Norris provided critical support for the early development of the Institute for Trustworthy AI in Law & Society (TRAILS), the university-wide Trustworthy AI Initiative, and multiple federally sponsored programs that aim to diversify the STEM workforce. She also prioritized highlighting and celebrating the impact of book authorship and increasing the visibility of GW’s broad cross-disciplinary strengths."
Read the full article on GW Today.