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Michael Nelson Named New Humanities Chair

Michael Nelson joins the College of Sciences and Arts as the new humanities department chair.
Michael Nelson joins the College of Sciences and Arts as the new humanities department chair.

Michigan Tech’s College of Sciences and Arts welcomes Michael Nelson as the new chair of the Department of Humanities, effective July 1. Nelson comes to Michigan Tech from Oregon State University’s College of Forestry, where he was a professor of environmental ethics and philosophy and director of the Center for the Future of Forests and Society.

Joel Neves Named New Visual and Performing Arts Chair

Joel Neves stands in front of an orchestra with his back to the camera, waving his baton.
Joel Neves, shown here in his conducting role, steps up to a new position as chair of the Michigan Tech Department of Visual and Performing Arts.

Michigan Tech’s College of Sciences and Arts congratulates Joel Neves as he takes on his new position as chair of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, effective July 1. Neves has served as a professor of music and director of orchestral activities in the department, specializing in teaching the history of rock music.