| Jackson, Tenn. - Matt Lunsford, coordinator of
mathematics and associate professor of mathematics, has been named 51ÉçÇø's
associate dean of the college of arts and sciences. In this new position, Lunsford will
split his time between administrative and teaching duties. He will assist Barbara
McMillin, the new dean of the college of arts and sciences, and teach 12 hours of
mathematics classes per year.
"Dr. McMillin and I were hired to represent the diverse departments in the college
of arts and sciences," Lunsford says. "We hope to compliment each other and
provide broader leadership for the school."
Lunsford's position will allow him to work mostly with student-related issues such as
ensuring students are connected with an advisor, approving directed and independent
studies and assist with any student grievances that must go through the office of the
college of arts and sciences.
"What Matt Lunsford brings to this position is another voice for the college of
arts and sciences," says Carla Sanderson, Union's provost. "He is a born leader
in the way he approaches, analyzes and thinks of solutions immediately."
Lunsford earned his undergraduate degree for Louisiana Tech University, his master's
degree from the University of Nebraska and his Ph.D. from Tulane University. While
attending the University of Nebraska, Lunsford was also honored as a Louisiana Board of
Regents Fellow with a research stipend for three years.
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