The University of Alabama in Huntsville's (UAH) Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Christine Curtis announced the appointment of Dr. Robert F. Scherer as Interim Dean of the College of Business Administration. He replaces Caron St. John, and will begin his appointment today. "Dr. Scherer is a dynamic leader and with your help and support he will move the UAH College of Business Administration forward during this interim period. Please join me in welcoming Dr. Scherer to his new role here at UAH," Curtis said. Scherer will serve as Interim Dean while a national search is conducted and a new business dean is hired. The search officially begins this semester.