May 19, 2004

Sona Andrews Selected As New Provost For Boise State University

Editor’s note: Dr. Andrews’ first name is pronounced “sauna” Sona Andrews, vice provost for academic affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, has been named the new provost at Boise State University. Andrews replaces Daryl Jones, who will retire at the end of June after 18 years as a professor and administrator at Boise State. Pending State Board of Education approval, Andrews will assume her new position at Boise State on August 1. “Boise State University’s metropolitan mission, quality programs and talented faculty and staff are a tremendous asset to the students it serves, the community of Boise and the citizens of Idaho,” Andrews said. “I am delighted for the opportunity to contribute to its bright and exciting future.” Boise State President Bob Kustra said Andrews is a good choice for the job. “Dr. Andrews brings energy, intellect and experience at a metropolitan research university to the job of provost. She will be a tremendous asset as we work toward our goals of increasing our research capability, adding new graduate programs and increasing the quality of the undergraduate experience.” Andrews, a geography professor, began teaching at the University of Minnesota in the 1980s and gained most of her administrative experience at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she served as assistant vice chancellor, associate vice chancellor and vice provost. She also served a fellowship with the American Council on Education. The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee serves more than 25,000 students at 11 schools and colleges and its research standing is among the top 102 public universities in the nation. Andrews’ vita can be viewed at by clicking here* *in Adobe PDF format -30- Media Contact Kathleen Craven communications and marketing 208 426-3275