Kristi Kiick, professor of materials science and engineering, has been named deputy dean of the University of Delaware’s College of Engineering effective Aug. 1.

As deputy dean, Kiick replaces Babatunde Ogunnaike who has been appointed interim dean of engineering.

“I am honored to have this opportunity to serve the college and look forward to working with Tunde, the faculty and staff on our research and education missions,” said Kiick, who is also associate director of UD’s biomedical engineering program.

In naming her to this new leadership role, Ogunnaike applauded Kiick’s strong interdisciplinary research and teaching credentials, which he noted “have already earned her the respect of her peers.”

“Kristi represents a new generation of true scholars. In my opinion, she is an exemplary figure worthy of emulation by the younger generation. I am delighted to add her to the college leadership team and I look forward to working with her,” said Ogunnaike.