Washington State University has created a new systemwide administrative position.
According to a post on the institution’s website, Danielle Hess has been named WSU’s first Executive Director for Policy and Governance. Hess will being her new role on Wednesday. She has been WSU’s Chief Attorney from the Washington State Attorney General’s Office.
In her new role Hess will help ensure that the regents follow policies and procedures and fulfill their fiduciary duties to WSU. She will also work to ensure that WSU’s diversity, equity and inclusivity and tribal consultation policies are adhered to.
Nathan Deen has been named to replace Hess as Chief Attorney. Deen has been working as an Assistant AG representing WSU.