New Dean of Science appointed by Board of Governors
The University of Prince Edward Island's Board of Governors recently accepted the recommendation of the search committee for the Dean of Science. Interim Dean Dr. Debbie MacLellan was successfully appointed.
'I look forward to continuing to work with Debbie on a number of initiatives that will enhance the overall student experience in the Faculty of Science,' said Vice-President Academic Christian Lacroix. 'Our University community as a whole will benefit from her experience as a faculty member, decorated professional, and researcher.'
In 2005, Dr. MacLellan received her PhD in Human Nutrition from the University of Saskatchewan. She holds a MSc (Nutrition) from University of Alberta and her BSc (Home Economics) from UPEI. She came back to UPEI in 1990 as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family and Nutritional Sciences before becoming Associate Professor in 1998, and Professor in 2007.
Dr. MacLellan is also Adjunct Professor at Dalhousie University and serves as Graduate Faculty, supervisory status for the Master of Science at UPEI, and co-supervisory status for the Master of Education at UPEI. She has been Interim Dean of Science since July 2012.
A Registered Dietitian, Dr. MacLellan has been extremely involved in her profession, chairing the Board of Directors and serving on a number of national committees for the Dietitians of Canada. Her research is extensive and includes a variety of topics but recently has focused on the dietetic practice and policy development for elementary school nutrition.
In 2014, Dr. MacLellan received the Centennial Alumni of Influence award from the College of Pharmacy and Nutrition at the University of Saskatchewan and the Presidential Recognition Award of Merit for Teaching at UPEI.
'On behalf of the University community, I congratulate Debbie on her appointment as Dean,' said President Alaa Abd-El-Aziz. 'The Faculty of Science, under her leadership, is poised to further distinguish itself and excel at providing students with experiential learning, research, and service opportunities. I thank the Vice-President Academic and other members of the University community for their dedication in serving on the search committee for the Dean of Science.'
She will begin her new role for a six-year term effective March 1, 2015.
Congratulations, Dr. MacLellan!
