Dr. James Ciesla, associate dean for research and resources in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Northern Illinois University, has been selected as the new dean of Bowling Green State University’s College of Health and Human Services.
In announcing the appointment, Interim Provost John Fischer stated: “He will bring to Bowling Green State University a wealth of experience in the many aspects of administration, from budgeting to personnel to facilities use to faculty and student research.
… His academic background demonstrates a broad and comprehensive intellect and a commitment to public service.”
Ciesla also served as interim chair of the School of Health Studies, an administrative unit he helped establish. In 2012, he was named a Distinguished Presidential Engagement Professor at Northern Illinois.
Ciesla holds a Ph.D. in health economics from the University of South Carolina, along with two master’s degrees, one in health systems management from Tulane University and another in humanities from the University of Chicago. His bachelor’s degree, from Wofford College, is in biology.
Dr. Sue Houston has been serving as interim dean.
