University of Findlay Announces New College of Business and Humanities
FINDLAY, OH –University of Findlay announced plans today to combine its College of Business with its College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. This bold step reflects the University’s mission of preparing students for meaningful lives and productive careers while positioning the institution at the forefront of innovative, entrepreneurial and human-centered education. The new college is tentatively named the College of Business and Humanities.
“This venture allows us to bring together the strengths of both colleges to meet the needs of a rapidly changing world,” said President Katherine Fell, PhD. “Employers and organizations are looking for graduates who are not only skilled in their fields, but also creative, adaptable, ethical, and visionary. Our new structure will equip students to thrive in this market.”
The new college will be established January 1, 2026, with full integration in place by August 1, 2026. Kirby Overton, Ed.D., current dean of the College of Business, will lead the combined colleges. Ron Tulley, Ph.D., who has served as dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences for 12 years, will assume the role of senior advisor for college transition and culture as the colleges are combined.
Students, employees, alumni, and community partners will play a central role in helping to define the new college’s vision and identity through a strategic planning process that positions the college as a model of creative, responsible collaboration.
“This is not just an administrative change; it is an exciting opportunity to create a new standard for the future of higher education,” said Dr. Tulley.
Dr. Overton added, “This combination honors the rich traditions of both colleges while allowing us to prepare future graduates who are career and life-ready.”
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