Bruce Tiffney
Bruce Tiffney is Dean of the College and Professor of Paleobiology in the College of Letters and Science. As Dean, his responsibility is to lead long-term planning and program development, translating oversight of the budget and administrative details into realities that suit the changing times. He also oversees the academic program, seeking to maintain high and rigorous standards of mentorship and scholarship within the College. (805) 893-3827 or
Harry Reese
Harry Reese is the Associate Dean of CCS, Professor of Art in the College of Letters and Science, and Professor of Book Art in CCS. As Associate Dean he assumes a key role in assisting the Dean and working with the Assistant Dean for Administration to implement the College's efforts in academic and student affairs, undergraduate education and instructional technology.
(805) 893-7554 or
Karen Poirier
Karen Poirier, the Assistant Dean, Administration in room 101, Assists the
Dean with the administration of the College of Creative Studies. Manages
the daily operations of the College staff in their service to students, faculty,
parents, alumni, academic departments, administrative units and to prospective
students and parents. Oversees fiscal operations, Executive Committee work,
policy matters, academic personnel, student affairs, information technology,
space and instructional equipment resources. Assists in the development and
implementation of policies and initiatives for the College and represents the
Dean and the College on administrative committees. (805) 893-3759 or
Cholle Person
Cholle Person is a Student Affairs Officer in the College of Creative Studies. She provides academic advising to current and prospective undergraduate students in CCS. Her responsibilities include: advising students regarding major choice and planning programs, performing final degree checks, processing petitions, assisting with articulation and transfer matters, assisting with probation and disqualification processes, evaluating new student profiles and supporting special projects. Cholle serves as information resource for prospective and enrolled students, faculty and staff, and keeps the Dean and Associate Dean apprised of student status issues and student affairs concerns. (805) 893-5319 or
Frank Bauman
Frank Bauman, Records Assistant, located in room 104, helps the College in numerous
ways from photocopying to classroom set-up to maintaining the College databases. Frank
also assists Chris with the admissions process and maintenance of school records. Frank
is always a great resource for information or assistance.
E-mail:
E-mail is the preferred form of contact. Phone: (805) 893-8974 Phone messages will not necessarily be answered promptly.