Debra Friedman was named chancellor of the University of Washington Tacoma, effective July 1. She is currently dean of the College of Public Programs, professor of public affairs, and vice president at Arizona State University. As an administrator she has jurisdiction over the university’s campus in downtown Phoenix.
Dr. Friedman holds a master’s degree and a Ph.D. in sociology from the University of Washington. Before taking her position at Arizona State University, she served as an administrator at the University of Washington for 11 years, including a five-year term as associate provost for academic planning.