STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Dr. Kevin B. Johnson has been named Interim Dean of Tarleton State University’s College of Science and Mathematics, effective Aug. 1.
A national search for a permanent dean is in progress.
Since joining Tarleton State in 2023, Dr. Johnson has served as Associate Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics and as Director of the Timberlake Biological Research Station in Goldthwaite.
“Dr. Johnson’s leadership experience makes him a strong fit to serve in this capacity,” said Dr. Diane Stearns, Tarleton State Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. “We appreciate his willingness to take on this new task and know his efforts will continue to positively impact our university moving forward.”
Dr. Johnson earned a bachelor’s degree in zoology from Brigham Young University and a doctorate in biology from the University of Oregon. In his previous role at Florida Tech, he served as a faculty member and as program chair for marine sciences and related programs in the Department of Ocean Engineering and Marine Sciences.
“It is an honor to serve in the College of Science and Mathematics and assist in its growth and expansion,” said Dr. Johnson. “These are thrilling times for COSM. I am especially excited and grateful to work with our excellent faculty to provide an outstanding experience for our undergraduate and graduate students.”
For more information on Tarleton State’s College of Science and Mathematics, visit www.tarleton.edu/cosm/.
A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records — in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement — while transforming the lives of approximately 18,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. For 125 years, Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically, socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.