Weber State welcomes Chris Mallett as new president
The Utah Board of Higher Education unanimously selected Chris Mallett as the next president of Weber State University at its public meeting today. Mallett will assume the position on Aug. 1.
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La Junta de Educación Superior de Utah nombra a Chris Mallett presidente de Weber State University
La Junta de Educación Superior de Utah (USHE, por sus siglas en inglés) ha seleccionado unánimemente a Chris Mallett, Ed.D., como el próximo presidente de Weber State University hoy en una reunión pública. Mallett, quien asumirá el cargo el 1 de agosto de 2026, cuenta con décadas de experiencia en innovación en la educación superior, así como en desarrollo de la fuerza laboral, colaboración con la industria y aprendizaje centrado en el estudiante. Mallett está comprometido con ampliar las oportunidades educativas y preparar a los estudiantes para una economía que cambia rápidamente.
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