Laurentian University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jennifer Scott as the Dean of the Faculty of Education and Health. Dr. Scott brings a passion for student engagement and is committed to creating an open, transparent, and inclusive environment for students, staff, and faculty.
An alumna of Laurentian University, Dr. Scott earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the university before completing her PhD in Philosophy in Chemistry at the University of Ottawa. Currently serving as Dean of Science at the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) in Kingston, Dr. Scott has been an associate professor since 2015 and was an assistant professor from 2008 to 2015.
"I'm very much looking forward to returning to Laurentian University. It holds a special place in my heart and I'm humbled to be able to play a part in the growth and development of students at Laurentian," said Dr. Scott.
Throughout her career, Dr. Scott has demonstrated a strong passion for teaching and curriculum development that meets the diverse needs of students. Dr. Scott received the "Class of 1965 Teaching Excellence Award" in 2017, recognizing her distinct dedication to research, STEM education, and working with graduate students.
As a French-speaking educator, Dr. Scott also demonstrates the values of Laurentian's tricultural mandate. Her commitment to inclusivity is evident through her role on the Steering Committee of the Indigenous Leadership Opportunity Program at RMC, where she has supported the Indigenization of the curriculum and creation of inclusive cultural practices within the institution.
The selection committee was particularly impressed by Dr. Scott's proclivity for collaboration, ambition for academic excellence, and deep roots in Sudbury. Dr. Scott's leadership qualities, combined with her extensive experience in higher education and dedication to student success, position her well to lead the Faculty of Education and Health into its next chapter.
Laurentian University thanks Dr. Patrice Milewski for his significant contributions as Interim Dean. Dr. Jennifer Scott will begin her role as Dean of the Faculty of Education and Health on September 1, 2024.
