Stephen Ursprung has been appointed as the new dean of Dean College, where innovation, inclusivity, and artistic excellence guide all aspects of performing arts education. As a seasoned artist and educator, Ursprung has chaired the college's curriculum committee and mentored the National Honor Society for Dance Arts. He is also co-chair of DANCE 2050, a national initiative envisioning the future of dance education in America. With credits in films like "Hocus Pocus 2" and "Little Women," Ursprung brings expertise and experience to his new role, according to Provost Dr. Scott Sibley.