John Carroll University creates Graduate School, names dean

John Carroll University, as part of its new strategic plan to develop a clearer and more distinctive vision for its future, has announced the enhancement of its graduate-level programs with the introduction of the Graduate School.

Additionally, Rebecca Drenovsky, former associate dean for Graduate & Professional Programs in the JCU College of Arts and Sciences, was named the new dean of graduate studies.

“JCU has a rich, 60-year tradition of graduate education that prepares the next generation to bravely forge new paths and lead with conviction,” Provost and Academic Vice President Steven T. Herbert said in a news release. “The Graduate School will provide opportunities for greater student and faculty success, as well as increased administrative efficiencies and long-term sustainability.

“Dr. Drenovsky was the unanimous recommendation from our Graduate Studies Search Committee and has already begun working with the deans to support our graduate programs.”

Drenovsky has held positions of increasing leadership responsibilities in both research and professional service for the last 15 years at John Carroll, the release stated. Most recently in her role of associate dean, she co-led cross-college and crossdivisional teams focused on new program development and centralization of graduate operations, which provided a solid foundation for the reinstatement of the Graduate School.

“I strongly believe the strengthening of the Graduate School will help us better support graduate education across the Boler College of Business and the College of Arts and Sciences through integrated strategic planning and cross-department collaboration,” she stated in the release. “These efforts will enable us to meet graduate students’ emerging needs and enhance their overall experiences,.”

For more information about the programs or opportunities within the new Graduate School at John Carroll University, call 216-397-4284 or email gradadmit@jcu.edu.