Dean's Reflection
When I began as Dean of the Lazaridis School of Business & Economics in July 2024 I was thrilled to join an exceptional school with a rich tradition of experiential learning and an engaged alumni network.
We are a school dedicated to nurturing independent thinkers and developing leaders who will have a positive impact on the world. I’m proud to be part of an exceptional group of hard-working faculty and staff who take risks, challenge convention and connect people.
In my first three months, I met with more than 125 staff, faculty and students as part of a “Listening and Learning Tour.” I also engaged with more than 60 members of our external community.
Those meetings were the first step in renewing our strategic plan. I asked ‘what should we aspire to be?’ and I heard key themes that highlighted our strengths and revealed opportunities, as well as the challenges that lie before us.
I also learned that the Lazaridis School is comprised of some of the most dedicated, caring, engaged and humble leaders I’ve ever met – and this mindset is in grained in heart of the Lazaridis School.
That ethos forms the overarching theme of our strategic plan: community.
Our community differentiates our school and it draws us together in a common purpose. We look forward to shining a spotlight on your achievements as we elevate our student experience, amplify our research excellence, and build on our culture of innovation.
To achieve our goals, we will work in partnership with our internal and external communities to help shape the future. This strategic plan aligns with the university’s strategic plan and recognizes our proud history while outlining what we aspire to be. It also provides a high-level roadmap of where we are heading over the next five years.
We invite you to join us on this journey.

Kyle Murray, PhD
Dean, Lazaridis School