Tedd Szeto

Bio

Szeto brings 27 years of experience in higher education with leadership roles including department chair, associate dean, committee chair, and faculty senator at his previous position alone. During his most current role, as the executive director of the Academic Success Center at Azusa Pacific University, he oversaw nine departments while playing a direct role in establishing and modifying policies related to student success and progress toward degree.

At Azusa Pacific University, Szeto also served as an associate professor in the department of mathematics, physics, and statistics as well as a faculty research mentor where he oversaw over 30 undergraduates in a variety of projects. Szeto also held faculty positions at Harvey Mudd College and the University of California at Los Angeles.

As the assistant dean, Szeto will be responsible for the holistic development of Poole College students as leaders in our diverse, global community. In partnership with faculty, staff and external constituents, he will provide the resources necessary to empower students to make well-informed decisions in support of their academic, professional, and personal development.