Jean K. Brown, Ph.D., RN, FAAN, professor and interim dean of the University at Buffalo School of Nursing, has been named dean of the school following a national search, it was announced today by David L. Dunn, M.D., Ph.D., UB vice president for health sciences.A specialist in nursing oncology, Brown succeeds the late Mecca S. Cranley, Ph.D., longtime dean of the School of Nursing. She was named interim dean after Cranley became seriously ill. Brown previously had served as acting dean from December 2005 through August 2006.

“Finding a leader to guide this important school at a pivotal point in its evolution is no small challenge,” Simpson added. “After a major national search, we confirmed that we have the ideal candidate right here in our ranks. Professor Brown has long played a vital role in developing academic excellence within the School of Nursing. We are fortunate, indeed, to have an administrator and scholar of her demonstrated experience, insight, vision and talent in this important leadership role. Read more