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UC Santa Barbara Today interviews Dean Alferness about his vision for the College of Engineering

Rod Alferness became the Dean of the College of Engineering and an ECE faculty member in September 2011. He joined UCSB after working at Bell Labs, where he served as chief scientist.

The Dean answers questions about his vision for the College:

• What are some of the global problems you believe should be addressed by engineers?
• Are there issues you consider essential for the future of engineering?
• What lessons do you bring from your experience in private industry?
• What goals do you have for the College of Engineering?

UC Santa Barbara Today (full interview)

Rod C. Alferness (CoE Biography)