Interim Provost Kenneth Walsh has appointed Cody W. Edwards as the interim dean of the College of Science, with his new role becoming effective on July 1. Walsh expressed his confidence in Edwards, noting his extensive experience and dedication to research excellence, leadership, and student success as key attributes that make him well-suited for the position.
Edwards has been serving as the senior associate dean for faculty and academic affairs in the College of Science, where he has made significant contributions to shaping academic policies and supporting faculty development. Prior to this role, he spent nearly eight years as the executive director of the Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation, working to strengthen the connection between education and research through collaborative projects.
The appointment of Edwards comes as Dean Fernando Miralles-Wilhelm transitions to a new role as the president of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science and vice chancellor for sustainability of the University System of Maryland. Walsh expressed his gratitude for Miralles-Wilhelm’s exceptional leadership during his tenure as dean, highlighting the growth in research, academic programs, student enrollment, and fundraising that the College of Science has experienced under his guidance.
With the arrival of Dr. Edwards, the College of Science looks forward to continued success and advancement under his capable leadership. His wealth of experience and commitment to excellence will undoubtedly contribute to the college’s ongoing growth and success in research, education, and student support.