Search committees announced for IU library, Medical School deans

BLOOMINGTON – Indiana University Bloomington Provost and Executive Vice President Lauren Robel have appointed two committees to identify candidates for the position of dean for IU Libraries and dean for The Media School.

Exterior of Wells Library on a sunny day
A search committee has been appointed to identify candidates for the position of dean for IU Libraries. Photo courtesy of IU Libraries

Carolyn Walters, the Ruth Lilly Dean of University Libraries, announced in March she will retire June 30.

Carolyn Walters

Eliza Pavalko, vice provost for faculty and academic affairs, will chair the committee searching for her successor, which also includes representatives of librarians and staff at IU Bloomington Libraries.

Eliza Pavalko

James Shanahan, founding dean of The Media School, announced in January he plans to step down July 31 and remain on the faculty.

Peg Faimon, dean of the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design

Peg Faimon, dean of the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design, will chair the search committee. Other members include faculty, staff, and student representatives. An interim dean will be announced soon.