Newswise — Reed Kroloff, former editor in chief of Architecture magazine and one of the leading voices in the world of professional design, has been appointed dean of architecture at Tulane University. He replaces Don Gatzke, who left the position in January. Kroloff's appointment becomes effective October 1, 2004.
Kroloff, principal of Reed Kroloff Design Services, is currently completing a 6-month fellowship at the American Academy in Rome as a recipient of the prestigious Rome Prize. He was recently featured in the New York Times as an architect-selection advisor to institutions that award some of the world's most coveted architectural projects.
"Given his national prominence, varied experiences and remarkable accomplishments we are confident Reed will help lead our school of architecture to a new level of greatness. He is an extraordinary young scholar and architect," Tulane University President Scott Cowen said.
Kroloff earned degrees from Yale University and the University of Texas at Austin. He taught architecture at Arizona State University from 1988 to 1995, where he also served as assistant dean of the college of architecture and environmental design and was a tenured associate professor in the school of architecture. In 1995, he joined the staff of Architecture as an associate editor, rising to editor in chief just over two years later. Under his direction, Architecture quickly became the nation's leading design journal and an important voice for the profession. Kroloff left the magazine in 2002 to open his consulting office. He has also practiced architecture in Texas and Arizona and has received numerous awards as both a teacher and a writer.
"Reed Kroloff is an exceptional, imaginative design professional who brings to Tulane a visionary approach, a positive personality and international contacts," said Tulane Provost Lester Lefton, who spearheaded the search that brought Kroloff to Tulane. "Support for Kroloff's candidacy was exceptional among students, faculty, alumni and staff," Lefton said.
"I look forward to joining the outstanding faculty, students and staff at Tulane," Kroloff remarked, "as we build on the school's long tradition of excellence in architectural education."
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