SUNY Delhi Appoints Dr Amy Brandt as Dean of Health, Liberal Arts, and Sciences

DELHI — SUNY Delhi is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Amy Brandt as Dean of the College of Health, Liberal Arts, and Sciences. In this role, Dr. Brandt will provide leadership for a diverse range of academic programs preparing students for careers in education, communication, nursing, law, and the sciences.

Dr. Brandt brings to Delhi more than 20 years of experience in higher education leadership. She previously served as Dean of Health, Education, Culinary Arts, and Human Services at Holyoke Community College and as Associate Vice President and Dean of Health Sciences and Distance Education at SUNY Broome Community College. She earned her master's degree in Social Work from California State University, Sacramento, and her Ph.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles. With extensive experience in strategic planning, accreditation, compliance, and program design, she is known for her ability to work across interdisciplinary boundaries to build teams and achieve goals.

"What drew me to SUNY Delhi was the college's reputation for quality and student success as well as a sense of community," said Dr. Brandt. "My approach as dean is very pragmatic - using data and collaboration to make informed decisions and ensuring that every program stays relevant and strong. Higher education should inspire students while also preparing them to take clear, confident steps toward meaningful careers. I look forward to advancing that mission at Delhi."

"Dr. Brandt brings a wealth of experience and a strategic perspective that will further strengthen our academic mission," said Provost David Brower. "She has a deep understanding of not only academic operations but also the student journey, which will help us continue to deliver innovative programs that prepare our graduates for personal and career success."