Kempf-Leonard chosen as new dean for College of Arts and Sciences

    By John Drees -
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    LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The University of Louisville has selected Southern Illinois University administrator Kimberly Kempf-Leonard as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Kempf-Leonard’s appointment was approved today by the UofL Board of Trustees Personnel Committee; she will start Aug. 1 pending approval by the full board in May.

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    John Drees
    John Drees is a 35-year veteran in the Office of Communications and Marketing. As vice president, communications and marketing, he works closely with the president, provost and other senior administrators, oversees the Office of Communications and Marketing, including media relations, marketing and brand, broadcast, social media, internal communication, crisis communication, visitor services and special events and activities. A former sports editor for the Voice Newspapers, he was a regular contributor to a variety of publications, including the Kentucky Sports Report and the Courier-Journal. A poor but enthusiastic golfer, he is an avid Cardinal sports fan. He also loves the Detroit Lions, so pity him.