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Jeffrey K. Lawson is a Professor of Mathematics at Western Carolina University (WCU) and currently serves as Dean of the Graduate School and Research. He joined WCU in 2005 as an Associate Professor, advancing to Full Professor in 2010. His academic leadership extends beyond mathematics, including roles as Interim Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Success (2021), Chair of the Undergraduate Retention Strategic Planning Task Group, and Commencement Coordinator. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from NC State University, a Master’s in Applied Mathematics from the University of Colorado, and a Bachelor’s from Georgia Institute of Technology with highest honors.
Lawson’s research focuses on geometric mechanics, symplectic geometry, and mathematical physics, with notable publications on control theory, geometric phase phenomena, and multisymplectic structures. He has been a visiting researcher at institutions including the Fields Institute, University of Surrey, and Caltech. His administrative expertise includes managing a $2.3M budget and overseeing student success initiatives.
In his new role as Dean, he oversees graduate education policy, chairs the Graduate Council committees, and collaborates with faculty to enhance graduate programs. His work integrates academic leadership with interdisciplinary innovation, reflecting his commitment to student success and scholarly excellence.
