The University of Washington Bothell has named Dr. Jennifer McLoud-Mann as its new dean of the School of STEM, effective Dec. 16, 2024.
McLoud-Mann has been serving as interim dean since February 2024. She previously served as associate dean for four years and as division chair of Engineering & Mathematics for six years. She joined UW Bothell in 2013 from the University of Texas at Tyler, where she served as the associate dean of the College of Arts & Sciences.
“I am excited to lead the STEM community as we strengthen and expand partnerships amongst ourselves and beyond the school,” said McLoud-Mann. “The focus will be on creating experiential learning and research opportunities for students, faculty and staff, especially for people from historically marginalized or underrecognized groups.”
McLoud-Mann is a distinguished academic known for her expertise and research in mathematics as well as her leadership work in higher education. She has been instrumental in developing innovative undergraduate research programs at UW Bothell, and her commitment to experiential education drives her teaching philosophy.
“As a long-time member of our campus community, Dr. McLoud-Mann understands our institution and has nurtured deep relationships that will support the School of STEM and our campus,” said Dr. Sharon A. Jones, vice chancellor for Academic Affairs. “Her career exemplifies a commitment to education access, collaborative research and community engagement, making her an inspiring figure in the field of STEM education.”
McLoud-Mann is a first-generation college graduate and a citizen of the Cherokee Nation. Having grown up in an economically disadvantaged community, her lived experiences have fueled a deep commitment to supporting others — especially people from underserved communities — throughout her career. She has secured several grants aimed at improving educational equity in STEM, including a grant for the STEM Transfer Partnership between UW Bothell and Cascadia College that supports work of the two institutions to share data, identify barriers and increase bachelor’s degree completion of low-income transfer students.
“As the calendar year comes to an end, my immediate plans are to create a leadership transition plan and to spend time with family and friends,” McLoud-Mann said. “In the new year, I look forward to investing time in listening and learning more about the opportunities and challenges for the school.”
