UW Welcomes Daryl Maeda, Dean of Arts & Sciences
Dean Daryl Maeda joins the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Washington from the University of Colorado Boulder, where he began as an assistant professor in 2005. He went on to serve as chair of the Department of Ethnic Studies, associate dean for student success, and dean and vice provost of undergraduate education, and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at CU Boulder.
“Dr. Maeda brings a wealth of experience to all aspects of the role of Katherine and John Simpson Endowed Dean for the College of Arts & Sciences, including a deep commitment to shared governance,” said UW Provost Tricia Serio. “Throughout the selection process, Dr. Maeda repeatedly elevated the broad strengths of the College of Arts & Sciences, and the students, staff and faculty who define them, as foundational to leading the path forward through a framework of opportunity for all.”
Maeda earned his doctoral and master’s degrees in American culture from the University of Michigan. He also holds a master’s in ethnic studies from San Francisco State University and a bachelor’s in mathematics from Harvey Mudd College.
Maeda brings extensive leadership experience to his new role, having served as the dean of the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. Throughout his career, Maeda has been a professor of ethnic studies and an interdisciplinary cultural historian with a focus on Asian American studies and comparative ethnic studies. He has published two books and numerous articles and book chapters on Asian American activism in the 1960s and 1970s.
“I am deeply honored to serve the College of Arts & Sciences and grateful for the opportunity to partner with its exceptional faculty, students, and staff,” Maeda said when he was appointed. “Together, we will build on the College’s distinguished tradition of discovery, creativity, and public impact while advancing an inclusive and inspiring vision for the future.”