Area university names assistant dean of graduate studies

SARASOTA — Sandra Stone was appointed assistant dean of graduate studies at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus. In addition to other roles, Stone was regional chancellor of the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus from 2014 to 2017.

A newly created position, the assistant dean of graduate studies is responsible for promoting, expanding and enhancing the campus’ graduate-degree programs, according to a press release. Stone expects to work closely with campus deans and department heads and continue to serve as a professor teaching criminology.