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Douglas Harrison
Associate Dean
Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies
Douglas Harrison Joins DAUS
Fast Facts
- Previously vice president and founding dean at the School of Cybersecurity and Information Technology at the University of Maryland Global Campus
- Recognized by the National Education Association's Award for Excellence in the Academy and the John W. Kluge Fellowship at the Library of Congress
- Completed a bachelor's degree from the Pierre Laclede Honors College at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and both master's and doctoral degrees from Washington University
<p>In May 2023, NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) announced the appointment of higher education veteran Douglas Harrison, as the associate dean of the School's Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies (DAUS).</p>
<p>Before joining NYU SPS, Harrison was vice president and founding dean at the School of Cybersecurity and Information Technology at the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), where he was deeply engaged in transforming the learning experience for the University. In addition, he was part of the UMGC President's Cabinet, advising on key projects and initiatives across the University.</p>
Evolving Offerings for NYU SPS’ Diverse Community
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<p>"Our mission for our DAUS program is to provide transformative experiences for students at all stages of their undergraduate educational journeys," said NYU SPS Dean Angie Kamath. "With his expertise working closely with industry to develop strong career-connected learning, Doug is instrumental in helping us evolve DAUS on-site and online offerings for our diverse community of learners."</p>
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I am grateful for the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of learners by empowering them to earn an NYU undergraduate degree and impact and improve their lives. If you're an SPS student, the associate dean's office is here for students and ready to help you find the right program and plan for your goals in life and work. You have my best wishes for every professional success."
A Transformative Leader
<p>Harrison also held administrative and faculty appointments at Trinity Washington University, where he led a transformation of the first-year curriculum at the university's historic women's college; James Madison University, where he oversaw career development initiatives for faculty; and Florida Gulf Coast University, where he was faculty senate president and a member of the Board of Trustees.</p>
<p>His work in higher education has been recognized by the National Education Association's Award for Excellence in the Academy and the John W. Kluge Fellowship at the Library of Congress. Harrison received a bachelor's degree from the Pierre Laclede Honors College at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and master's and doctoral degrees from Washington University in St. Louis.</p>
<p>Join Harrison and other forward-thinking students in the classroom when you pursue a BA in Applied General Studies from the<a href="/content/sps-nyu/about/academic-divisions-and-departments/division-of-applied-undergraduate-studies.html" title="Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies"> Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies</a> at NYU SPS.</p>
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