TOLEDO, Ohio - The University of Toledo's College of Engineering has a new dean.
Dr. Michael Toole will take over as head of the College effective August 1. Dr. Toole joins the university after spending the last 18 years at Bucknell University, where he was a professor of civil and environmental engineering and an associate dean of engineering. He's also been a member of faculty at Penn State University.
“I can’t wait to begin working with the excellent faculty and staff at UT to help provide quality engineering education that strengthens the Toledo region, as well as our nation,” Toole said. “The commitment on campus to achieve excellence in both teaching and research is inspiring. The strong co-op program, extensive research facilities and wonderful ties with regional industry partners make this opportunity very compelling.”
Toole earned a PhD in technology strategy and a master’s in civil engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Bucknell University.