The NIU College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) will welcome a new dean pending approval by the NIU Board of Trustees.
Dr. Kelly Fiala, founding dean of the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) at Salisbury University in Salisbury, Maryland, will assume leadership of the college on June 16.
Fiala brings extensive experience as a proven leader to CHHS. She has served in a variety of administrative roles including department chair and associate and interim dean of the Seidel School of Education and Professional Studies at Salisbury.
Fiala also guided the launch of the university’s Center for Healthy Communities, which works to positively impact their community’s health status through workforce development, grant activities, continuing education, and service learning. Prior to working in administration, Fiala was significantly involved in providing research opportunities to undergraduate students.
“Dr. Fiala is a stellar candidate who has the skills and vision to provide leadership to the college,” said Provost and Executive Vice President Beth Ingram. “I’m excited that she’ll be joining the Huskie family this summer.”
Fiala earned her bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences from Western Michigan University, master’s degree in Sports Studies from Bemidji State University and doctorate degree in Educational Psychology from University of Connecticut. In addition, she maintains professional credentials as an athletic trainer and certified strength and conditioning specialist.
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