SHU’s College of Business & Technology Appoints Associate Deans

Kathy Dhanda and Brent French are experienced researchers and administrators

Sacred Heart University’s Jack Welch College of Business & Technology (WCBT) has named Kanwalroop “Kathy” Dhanda the associate dean of faculty affairs & research and Brent French the associate dean of academics & assessment.

“I am excited to welcome both Kathy and Brent to the leadership team,” said David Taylor, dean of the WCBT. “I look forward to working with them to build upon the progress we’ve made in creating a technology-focused, real-world educational experience to prepare our students for the careers of tomorrow.”

Dhanda is an accomplished scholar with an impressive body of research, as evidenced by her selection as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar to study and teach in Iceland in the fall 2024 semester. She serves on several committees including assurance of learning, academic affairs and the University’s rank & tenure committee.

In her new role, Dhanda will be responsible for overseeing mentorship, professional development, engagement, evaluation and WCBT research initiatives. She will also ensure faculty qualifications and deployment meet the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) standards.

French comes from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he was the assistant dean of finance and operations. He is an experienced administrator with an impressive track record managing programs, faculty, budgets and operations and participating in the AACSB accreditation process. He is a proven innovator who will bring fresh perspectives to curriculum and operations.

In his role, French will oversee all existing academic programs and the development of new programs and curricula. He will also manage academic assessment and continuous improvement initiatives to comply with AACSB standards. French will also be an associate teaching professor of management.