Faimous J.L. Harrison, a leader in postsecondary education through much of his 24 years in the field, has been appointed to the position of dean of the California State University, Stanislaus Stockton Center, effective, Feb. 1.
Harrison comes to Stanislaus State from Central Washington University, where he was the regional director for campuses and community partnerships. He also served as site director for Central Washington – Lynnwood. He earned a doctorate in adult education and higher education leadership from Oregon State, holds a master’s degree in education from Seattle Pacific and earned his bachelor’s degree in sociology from Washington.
Ashour Badal, who served as the interim dean, will return to his position as associate dean of University Extended Education.