I am writing to inform you of important changes taking place with the National Post School Outcomes Center. Mike Bullis, Director of the Center since it was funded in 2004, is assuming the permanent position of Dean of the College of Education, University of Oregon. Most of you are aware that Mike has been serving as Dean and NPSO Director. Recently, he was selected from a group of elite individuals to serve as our Dean. Although Mike ably juggled both jobs for 3 years, he needs to fully devote himself to the Dean position and has understandably made the difficult decision to step down as Director of the NPSO we are pleased that he will remain actively engaged as a member of the Advisory Committee, however, so his influence will still be strongly maintained.
I am pleased to announce our intent to reorganize with Deanne Unruh as the Director of the Center, pending the University of Oregon¹s approval. Deanne has served the project since its inception as the Knowledge Development Specialist and has extensive experience with project management, as well as research on high risk adolescents and students with disabilities that are the focus of the NPSO. The NPSO¹s project officer, Selete Avoke, has approved this change. The NPSO team is committed to ensure that the leadership you have become accustomed to will continue. On behalf of Deanne, Jane and the rest of the NPSO staff, I want to thank you all for your continuing support and efforts to improve post-school outcomes for youth with disabilities. Caroline J. Moore, Ph.D. Principal Investigator, NPSO 1268 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1268 (541) 346-0356 (phone) (541) 346-0322 (fax) [EMAIL PROTECTED]
