Jeffrey Potoff

was named director of early engineering programs for the College of Engineering. In addition to his responsibilities as a faculty member in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Dr. Potoff now will support the College's efforts in developing the talent pool of incoming professional-level engineering students. He will be responsible for assessment and improvement of both the College's Engineering Bridge Program for pre-engineering students, as well as the Basic Engineering course sequence. Dr. Potoff will work closely with Dr. R. Darin Ellis, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Student Services, and the College's team of academic advisors.