Levi Thompson was appointed dean of the College of Engineering at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Professor Thompson will assume his new post at the beginning of the 2025-26 academic year.
Professor Thompson has been serving dean of the College of Engineering at the University of Delaware and previously served as a faculty member at the University of Michigan, where he served as associate dean for undergraduate education, director of the Hydrogen Energy Technology Laboratory, and director of the Michigan-Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation.
“I am excited to join USF at such a pivotal time. Over the past 10 years, USF has been on an incredible journey, and I am honored to be part of the next push to excellence,” Dr. Thompson said. “The College of Engineering will play a significant role in advancing the university’s research enterprise forward while delivering meaningful outcomes for our students, ensuring their success, and creating lasting impact.”
Dr. Thompson earned his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Delaware. He holds a master’s degree in chemical engineering and nuclear engineering, along with a doctorate in chemical engineering, from the University of Michigan.
