Macey out of ring for CLA dean, accepting new job in Kansas

Sam Royka Managing Editor

David Macey, current interim dean, is no longer a candidate for the dean of the college of liberal arts. Instead, he will be taking a new position at Fort Hays State University in Fort Hays, Kansas.

The Vista will have more information about Macey’s move next week.

The remaining candidates are Catherine Webster, professor of French and former CLA dean at

UCO, Rozilyn Miller, associate dean and professor of mass communication at UCO, Scott Palmer, professor for the department of history at the University of Texas, Arlington.

UCO is hosting interviews via public forum for the finalists at the following scheduled dates and times.

Miller’s will be 4-5 p.m., Monday, April 10, in liberal arts south, lecture hall, room L01.

Palmer’s will be 4-5 p.m., and Leadership.’

Friday, April 14, in the business building, Troy Smith lecture hall, room 112.

One forum has already passed. Catherine Webster, professor of French and former CLA dean for UCO, was interviewed Friday, March 24.

Macey’s was scheduled next for 4-5 p.m., Monday, April 3, in liberal arts south, lecture hall, room L01 but will likely be canceled since he is going elsewhere. Watch the emails for more details.