George Abaunza, a dedicated professor and administrator, was recently named Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA).
“I look forward to building together with colleagues at the Mount a shared vision for the college’s future,” he said.
Abaunza is responsible for the administration of all academics, including the School of Business and School of Nursing, as well as the college’s six divisions.
He comes to the Mount from Felician University in Lodi, N.J. Over the course of two decades, Abaunza served in many roles at the University, most recently as Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. In addition, he was full professor of Philosophy, and previously associate dean of Humanities, as well as associate dean for Assessment and Development, in the School of Arts and Sciences, and served as interim dean for the School of Education.
Abaunza earned a PhD in Philosophy from Florida State University in 2005. His areas of specialization include Philosophy of Education, Social, and Political Philosophy.