The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announces that Dr. Travis Nelson will serve as the interim dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Education. He will begin the position on May 6.
Nelson joined UW-Platteville in 2010. He is a professor of political science and has served in the role of associate dean for the College of LAE since 2022. His previous roles at UW-Platteville include chair of the Department of Criminal Justice and Social Sciences and director of General Education. Nelson earned a Ph.D. and Master of Arts in political science from UW-Madison and bachelor’s degree in political science from Saint Olaf College.
“I am excited to welcome Dr. Nelson into this role,” said Chancellor Tammy Evetovich. “His energy and enthusiasm combined with his extensive experience and commitment to the College of LAE, and UW-Platteville as a whole, will undoubtedly make him a dynamic, effective leader.”
Nelson will succeed current College of LAE Dean Dr. Hilton Kelly, who has accepted a position as Dean of Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences and will be departing UW-Platteville in May.
“I thank Dean Kelly for his service to UW-Platteville,” said Chancellor Evetovich. “His leadership, his dedication to student success and his strong advocacy for the College of Liberal Arts and Education have made an impact on our university. I wish him only the very best.”