The associates deans within the College serve a valuable role in advancing our mission and purpose. Kimberly Kurtis, Ph.D. Associate Dean for Faculty Development and Scholarship Mitchell L. R. Walker II, Ph.D. Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Krista Walton, Ph.D. Associate Dean for Research and Innovation Damon P. Williams, Ph.D. Associate Dean for Inclusive Excellence Douglas Williams, Ph.D. Senior Associate Dean