Dr. Brinda Sarathy reappointed as dean of the School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences

We are pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. Brinda Sarathy as dean for the School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences (IAS). We recently completed a comprehensive periodic review and Dean Sarathy has agreed to continue serving in this important role, effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2031.

During her first term, Dean Sarathy led IAS through a period of significant institutional and financial uncertainty, guiding the school to a more stable and sustainable position. Highlights of her leadership include a comprehensive transformation of the undergraduate curriculum, the creation of dozens of new lower-division courses to improve access and retention, strengthened faculty governance and planning processes, and investments in facilities such as renovated labs, arts spaces, and a new media production studio. She is widely recognized for her transparency, clarity in communication, and ability to build trust, as well as for her willingness to listen, adapt, and mentor others.

We extend our sincere appreciation to those who participated in the periodic review process. 足彩app哪个是正规的 review reflected strong and widespread support for Dean Sarathy’s leadership, with faculty and staff highlighting her success in stabilizing the school’s finances, improving transparency in decision-making, strengthening shared governance, and building a more supportive and equitable community.

We also thank the review committee for their thoughtful engagement throughout this process:

• Natalie Eschenbaum, Dean, School of IAS, UW Tacoma, Review Committee Chair
• Tadesse Ghirmai, Professor and Chair, Engineering & Mathematics Department, School of STEM, UW Bothell
• Santiago Lopez, Professor, FY26 Executive Faculty Chair, School of IAS, UW Bothell
• Xiahua Anny Wei, Associate Professor and Associate Dean, School of Business, UW Bothell

During the next five years, Dean Sarathy will continue to build on this strong foundation to guide the school with a collaborative approach, strategic focus, and a deep commitment to community well-being. Additionally, she will play a crucial role in increasing the visibility of UW Bothell’s programs both regionally and nationally, while continuing to foster transparency and shared governance within our campus community.

Please join us in congratulating Dean Sarathy on her well-earned reappointment and thanking her for her continued leadership and service to IAS and UW Bothell.