Dean

Short Definition

Dean is the chief administrative officer of a college or school within a university.

In-depth Overview

Dean

Long definition: A "Dean" in higher education is an administrative leader responsible for overseeing a specific school or academic department within a university or college. Deans play a crucial role in academic management, curriculum development, faculty supervision and student affairs.

Etymology: The term "Dean" traces its origins to the Old French word "deien", which means "priest" or "ecclesiastical leader". It later evolved to refer to the head of a division or group, especially in an academic context.

Synonyms or related academic terms: Department Head, School Director, Academic Administrator, Division Chair.

Examples of Use:

• The Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences is responsible for overseeing all academic programs within that college.
• She met with the Dean to discuss changes to the engineering curriculum.

Translations:
Spanish: Decano
French: Doyen
German: Dekan
Italian: Decano
Portuguese: Decano
Japanese: 学部長 (Gakubuchō)
Chinese (Simplified): 院长 (Yuànzhǎng)
Hindi: महाविद्यालय के प्रधान (Mahavidyalay Ke Pradhan)

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Dean

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Miscellaneous higher education terms > University roles and job titles

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