Two Women Named to Dean Positions

Jennifer Cervantes was named assistant dean for advancement and alumni relations at the College of Health and Social Services at New Mexico State University. She has been on the English department faculty at the university for the past six years.

Cervantes holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from New Mexico State University.

Elaine Watson was appointed dean of the Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St. Kitts in the West Indies. Her appointment is effective on February 1. Since 2003, Dr. Watson has been dean of the School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh.

Dr. Watson holds a Ph.D. from the University of Bristol and a doctor of science degree from the University of Edinburgh.

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