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Transitions in the Graduate School

The MCW Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences recently was renamed the MCW School of Graduate Studies to better reflect the breadth and diversity of its current and planned degree and certificate programs. The Graduate School currently offers more than 40 programs and degree tracks – a number of which are in the healthcare and public health fields, which typically are not classified as “biomedical sciences.”

Additionally, Ravi P. Misra, PhD, dean of the School of Graduate Studies, will be transitioning to the newly created role of associate provost, accreditation and program development, to capitalize on his proven expertise in institutional accreditation. This specialized area will become ever more important as MCW grows and evolves its curriculum, as well as adds academic programs to support improved health outcomes.

In his new role, Dr. Misra will support the institution’s education mission by providing university-level leadership to create opportunities for the continuity of processes, policies and best practices. Additionally, he will serve as a critical leader in our evolution as a health sciences university and will ensure coordination among our Schools and their respective program accreditations.

During his 12-year tenure as Dean, Dr. Misra has grown the Graduate School through increased student enrollment and the addition of robust master’s and doctoral degree programs, certificate programs and post-doctoral education opportunities, as well as significantly enhancing the visibility of graduate education at MCW.