Penn State recently announced its list of academic promotions for tenured, tenure-line and non-tenure-line faculty members across all campuses, effective July 1, 2025. Six faculty members at Penn State Scranton earned promotions.
DUNMORE, Pa. — Penn State recently announced its list of academic promotions for tenured, tenure-line and non-tenure-line faculty members across all campuses, effective July 1, 2025.
At Penn State Scranton, the following faculty members have received tenure-line promotions:
- Agnes Kim, promoted to professor of physics
- Beatriz Rivera-Barnes, promoted to professor of Spanish
- Asif Ud-Doula, promoted to professor of physics
The following faculty members at Penn State Scranton have received non-tenure-line promotions:
- Gina Gray, promoted to associate teaching professor of kinesiology
- Jody Griffith, promoted to associate teaching professor of English
- Melissa Labuda, promoted to associate teaching professor of human development and family studies
Penn State Northeast Regional Chancellor Elizabeth J. Wright recognized the promoted faculty members for their dedication to academic excellence and student achievement.
“These promotions reflect the outstanding scholarship, teaching and service of our faculty,” Wright said. “Their dedication enriches the student experience and strengthens our campus community in meaningful ways. We are incredibly proud to celebrate their achievements and grateful for the impact they make every day at Penn State Scranton.”
