COEHSCollege of Education and Human Services

DiGrino named COEHS dean

Nick DiGrino, interim dean of COEHS, accepted a two-year appointment to serve as dean of the college, effective July 1, according to Provost and Academic Vice President Jack Thomas. DiGrino had served as interim dean since April.

Nick DiGrino photoHe replaced Bonnie Smith-Skripps ’73 MA ’74 ED SP ’89, who retired in April after 35 years of service. Prior to being named interim dean, DiGrino served as associate dean for administration for five years, and as chair and professor in Western’s recreation, park and tourism administration (RPTA) department from 1986 to 2004. Before joining Western’s faculty, he served as coordinator of the leisure services program at Iowa State University and as the director of parks and recreation for the City of Eastlake, OH.

DiGrino has authored and co-authored numerous articles and book chapters within his field, and he has presented at professional conferences internationally. He is an inductee of the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration, and he has held offices and served on the governing boards of several state and national professional organizations.

“Dr. DiGrino’s broad experience as a faculty member and as an administrator, his involvement in numerous Universitywide committees and his expertise and success with the accreditation process will further the College of Education and Human Services’ goals and mission,” said Thomas.
DiGrino received his bachelor’s degree from Kent State University, his master’s degree from Indiana University and his doctorate from Texas A&M University. He is a recipient of Kent State University’s School of Exercise, Sport and Leisure Distinguished Alumni Award and Indiana University’s Garrett G. Eppley Distinguished Alumni Award.

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