Q&A With Falk College Dean Jeremy S. Jordan: Building Connections, Supporting Students, Faculty, Staff in Their Goals

Jeremy S. Jordan, new dean of the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, was inspired to become an academic leader to be of service to others in pursuit of their aspirations.

“I enjoy creating processes and building structures that help others achieve their professional goals. My role as dean is to help our students, faculty and staff in Falk by removing barriers that can prevent individuals from accomplishing their goals,” says Jordan, who was most recently vice provost for faculty affairs at Temple University in Philadelphia. “Additionally, I enjoy the ability to work across campus and form interdisciplinary partnerships that are mutually beneficial for all parties.”

In this Q&A with Syracuse University News, Jordan, who started in his new role Sept. 1, discusses the academic journey that brought him to Syracuse, shares the opportunities ahead for the Falk College and reveals something unexpected that keeps him going the distance.