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|Articles|October 26, 2011

Dr. Elaine Watson named new dean at Ross University veterinary school

St. Kitts, West Indies -- Dr. Elaine Watson was named the new dean of the Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine.

St. Kitts, West Indies

— Dr. Elaine Watson, who has served as veterinary school dean at the University of Edinburgh since 2003, was named the new dean of the Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine.

Watson will assume her new duties Feb. 1, replacing Dr. David DeYoung, who announced his retirement in August after eight years at Ross’ helm.


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