Dean's Office
Dean: Faculty of Science
Meet Dr. Douglas Farenick.
The Dean provides leadership and vision to the Faculty of Science, liasing with senior management at the University, and working closely with Department Heads and faculty members to ensure Science is moving forward in a good way. The current Dean, Dr. Douglas Farenick, is a mathematician and alumnus of the University who is serving his second term as Dean.
Associate Dean: Research
Meet Dr. Tanya Dahms.
This Associate Dean provides strategic leadership in the Faculty of Science on matters pertaining to research in general, academic programs at the graduate level, graduate students, research funding, research policies, and laboratory safety. Dr. Tanya Dahms is the current Associate Dean: Research. Her research investigates microbial responses to external stimuli, including mechanisms associated with carbohydrate remodeling.
Associate Dean: Student Affairs
Meet Dr. Mel Hart.
This position provides strategic leadership on matters pertaining to academic programs and student affairs at the undergraduate level. Areas of focus include student recruitment, student success, and scholarly awards. Dr. Mel Hart is the current Associate Dean: Student Affairs. Dr. Hart joined the University in 2015 as a biology lab instructor, whose focus is on ecology and animal physiology, particularly related to insects.
Director, Finance and Administration
Meet Mr. Vincent Ignatiuk.
The Director, Finance and Administration in the Faculty of Science is responsible for financial oversight and administrative leadership, including strategic planning and human resource management. Mr. Ignatiuk has served in the position since January 2024.
