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...Spaepen will succeed Dean Venkatesh “Venky” Narayanamurti, who is stepping down after a decade of service during which time he presided over the transition of what used to be the Division of Engineering and Applied Science into a school last fall, a move that the University has touted as indicating its increased commitment to the applied sciences...
...delighted that Frans agreed to be the interim dean,” Venky said, adding that Spaepen, who has been on the faculty for over 30 years, is one of the school’s most respected professors. “I think for a transition he will really make sure things grow strongly. He spans applied physics, material sciences, and other disciplines—he has a broad view of the world...
...After Spaepen assumes the administrative duties this fall, Venky will focus on teaching and research within the SEAS. Additionally, he will be assessing undergraduate education and university management while on a yearlong sabbatical at the Business School...
...Spaepen, a materials scientist, is expected to serve as interim dean for at least one semester, as the committee led by University President Drew G. Faust, Provost Steven E. Hyman, and Smith continues its search for a permanent dean, according to a spokesman for the school, Michael P. Rutter...
...Spaepen declined to be interviewed for this article, stating that his current travel schedule is too irregular...