Dr. Lauren Lindstrom was appointed Dean of the School of Education in June 2017. She brings to the School more than 25 years as an academic and administrator at the University of Oregon’s College of Education, most recently as Associate Dean. Dean Lindstrom is an active researcher whose areas of interest include autism and developmental disabilities, special education, career and college readiness and transition services for youth with disabilities, and access to quality education for families in poverty. She has been recognized internationally for her work promoting employment and access for individuals with disabilities. She is an affiliated faculty member at the UC Davis MIND Institute and a member of the UC Davis Graduate Group in Education.