Meet the Dean
Catherine Campbell, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Catherine Campbell leads JCU’s largest and most academically diverse college, advancing student success, collaboration across disciplines and the contemporary value of an arts and sciences education.
College Leadership
About Catherine Campbell
Catherine Campbell joined John Carroll University as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences in 2025. She brings academic leadership experience spanning the behavioral and social sciences, education, clinical psychology, and interdisciplinary program development.
Before joining JCU, Campbell served as dean of the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education at St. Edward’s University and as associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Roosevelt University. She earned her master’s degree and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Texas.
At John Carroll, Campbell’s leadership emphasizes intellectual curiosity, student success, and collaboration across disciplines. Her approach supports a college where the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, education, and creative fields help students make connections across complex questions and prepare for meaningful work.
What Defines an Arts and Sciences Education
An arts and sciences education helps students understand complex questions from multiple perspectives. By exploring the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, education, and creative disciplines, students learn to think critically, communicate clearly, and connect ideas across fields.
Intellectual Curiosity
Students are encouraged to ask meaningful questions, examine evidence, and remain open to new ways of understanding the world.
Connections Across Disciplines
Learning across fields helps students recognize patterns, consider different perspectives, and develop stronger solutions to complex problems.
Preparation for a Changing World
Graduates leave with adaptable skills, informed judgment, and the confidence to contribute in their careers, communities, and lives.
