- June 28, 2021
- Posted by: Stratford Team
- Category: Business
To the University community:
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Yusuf Joseph Ugras, Ph.D., as interim dean of the School of Business, effective June 28. He takes over for MarySheila E. McDonald, J.D., following four successful years as the school’s dean. MarySheila was a strong advocate for her school, our University, and the Lasallian tradition of teaching. She was noted to be an outstanding student and faculty recruiter, while maintaining the standards for a high-ranked business school. The University is poised to launch a comprehensive search next month for the next full-time dean of the School of Business.
Dr. Ugras joined the La Salle University community in 1987 upon receiving full-time faculty appointment with the School of Business. Over parts of five decades, he has contributed in several key faculty and academic leadership roles, including terms as associate provost, dean, associate dean, and program…
