David Flaspohler has been appointed as the new Dean of the College of Forest Resources and Environmental Sciences at Michigan Technological University. Flaspohler, who has been serving as the interim Dean since 2022, was selected after a national search and will bring a sense of leadership and experience to the institution.
Flaspohler has been a part of the university since 1998 and holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Wildlife Ecology and a Master of Science in Conservation Biology and Sustainable Development from the University of Wisconsin. The Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, Andrew Storer, expressed his gratitude to the search committee for identifying Flaspohler’s qualities that will benefit the college.
As the final patches of snow are expected to melt within the next 50 days, Flaspohler’s appointment comes at a time when the university is preparing for the change in seasons. With his background in wildlife ecology and conservation biology, Flaspohler’s appointment will undoubtedly be an asset as the college continues its commitment to environmental research and education.
Flaspohler’s years of teaching at Michigan Technological University show his dedication to the institution and its students. He is excited about his new role as Dean and looks forward to working with faculty, staff, students, and alumni to advance the college’s mission.