Fayetteville State University just announced Dr. Ulysses Taylor as the dean of the Broadwell College of Business & Economics.
Previously, Taylor was a professor of accounting and chair of accounting, finance, healthcare, and information systems at FSU.
As the new dean of the Broadwell College of Business & Economics, Taylor is now responsible for all undergraduate and graduate business programs. This includes approximately 1,750 students and 62 faculty and staff members.
Taylor is also a former board member of the Greater Fayetteville Chamber and the Fayetteville Cumberland County Economic Development Corporation.
"Dean Taylor brings a unique combination of knowledge and practical experience to the deanship. He has proven to be strategic, entrepreneurial, and visionary. He is committed to the overall success of our students and is highly regarded in the field of business education. I am excited about the leadership and innovation that he will bring to the Broadwell College of Business and Economics," said Dr. Monica Terrell Leach, provost and senior vice chancellor for academic affairs.
Taylor received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from FSU, a Master of Business Administration degree from East Carolina University, and a law degree from the North Carolina Central University School of Law.
Taylor has also served as a consultant, tax attorney, and certified public accountant for various for-profit and nonprofit organizations for over 30 years.
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