Prince George, B.C. – The University of Northern BC has a new Vice President Academic and Provost.

Dr. William (Bill) Krane will start his new post  at UNBC in May.

Dr. Krane has more than a decade experience in this type of position as he  was the Associate Vice President Academic and Associate Provost at Simon Fraser University.

Dr. Krane replaces Mark Dale, who will become the University’s first Dean of Regional Programs on Jan. 1. That new position will  see Mark Dale provide coordination and senior academic leadership to UNBC’s delivery of courses and degree programs in  communities outside of Prince George.

Long-time professor John Young will serve as Interim Provost until Dr. Krane arrives full-time.