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Deborah R. Garrison, Ph.D.

Inaugural Vice Chancellor and Dean

Dr. Deborah Garrison was appointed to her new role as the Inaugural Vice Chancellor and Dean of 17³Ô¹Ï on July 1, 2022. Garrison leads the IU Fort Wayne campus, working with students, faculty, and staff to foster the achievement of IU Fort Wayne's mission and vision of educating the next generation of health professionals while improving the health and wellbeing of the region. She seeks to build comprehensive partnerships within the community and across the campus, including continuing the strong collaboration with Purdue Fort Wayne. She is dedicated to expanding IU Fort Wayne’s impact in the re