Introducing James McDeavitt, UCF’s Next Vice President for Health and College of Medicine Dean
Katherine oversees editorial operations across all six brands. Before joining The Meridan Group, she spent 14 years at the Minneapolis Star Tribune, where she led the metro desk through its digital transformation. She holds a Master's in Journalism from Northwestern's Medill School.
More from Katherine →
James McDeavitt has been selected as UCF’s next vice president for health affairs and dean of the College of Medicine. He will join Knight Nation on Jan. 4. During his 35-year career in medical education and healthcare, McDeavitt has become recognized for his work in complex academic health systems, building and strengthening dozens of partnerships for the benefit of patients, clinicians, learners, and researchers. He served in multiple leadership roles during his 12 years at Baylor College of Medicine, where he was executive vice president and dean of clinical affairs. He continues as a Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. As vice president for health affairs and dean, McDeavitt will lead UCF’s College of Medicine and Academic Health Sciences Center and serve as a senior advisor to the university on health affairs. As dean, McDeavitt will be charged with advancing the strategic plans of the university and college. In particular, he is expected to a