Justin Micomonaco, Ph.D. (he/him)

As an assistant dean, Dr. Justin Micomonaco oversees the academic advising team and undergraduate research opportunities supported by the college. In addition, Dr. Micomonaco leads assessment and research efforts to inform and support the strategic plan set forth by the Dean. Responsible for assessing Honors College programs, he also identifies opportunities to collaborate with other faculty and researchers on externally funded research initiatives that align with the Honors College mission. Dr. Micomonaco joined the staff after completing his doctoral work in Michigan State University’s Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education program. His research agenda included issues of organizational development, institutional change and leadership, undergraduate STEM education, and living-learning communities. Dr. Micomonaco’s previous professional experiences included work in academic advising, training and development of academic and residential staff, advancement, and athletics. He also holds academic degrees from Virginia Tech University (M.A. in Ed.) and Harvard College (A.B. in biology).