A visionary and transformational leader in higher education, Irma Becerra-Fernandez, Ph.D., has been named the new Provost at St. Thomas University. The announcement was made by the school’s president Monsignor Franklyn M. Casale.
“Dr. Becerra-Fernandez brings to St. Thomas University a wealth of knowledge and expertise in higher education, and an excellent understanding of our unique community,” Casale said. “Her exceptional skills will help us continue to build the University’s educational standing and our Catholic intellectual tradition.”
Previously, Becerra-Fernandez served as Vice President, Office of Engagement, at Florida International University and had served in a number of academic and senior management positions at FIU since 1990.
“St. Thomas is gaining a star in Dr. Becerra-Fernandez,” said FIU president Mark B. Rosenberg. “The partnerships she has created and nurtured at FIU have advanced our mission as a solutions center for our community, and I’m sure she will bring the same energy, commitment and intellectual rigor to the office of the provost at St. Thomas University.”