Will oversee health sciences, math, science, physical education, and the Adult Basic Education program| Will also launch new four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program
In an October 6, 2022, press release, Yavapai College announced it has named Dr. Marylou Mercado as the new Dean of the schools of Health and Wellness and Science and Engineering, effective October 10, 2022. As Dean, Dr. Mercado will oversee health sciences, math, science, physical education, and the Adult Basic Education program
Although she has academic oversight of the departments, her role as a Health Sciences Dean will focus on launching a four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. She is also expected to create partnerships with healthcare institutions to bring new, in-demand programs to Yavapai Community College.
You may read the entire October 6, 2022, press release authored by Tyler Rumsey by clicking here.