Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business appointed Laurence Ales as interim dean effective July 1, 2026. Tepper described Ales as having served nearly two decades as an educator, researcher, and academic leader, most recently as senior associate dean for education. The appointment is positioned as continuity during a strategic period for the school, with Tepper noting Ales’ role in strengthening educational programs and enhancing student experience across its degree offerings. The interim-dean transition also matters for accreditation cycles, curriculum planning, and faculty workload governance because leadership changes can reshape priorities for program expansion and student success initiatives. Ales said the school is well positioned to capitalize on opportunities in a transforming business and higher education landscape, signaling a focus on sustaining momentum.