/A message from Jeannie Brown Leonard.../ Dear BIS Students, I will be stepping down as BIS director after this academic year. As of June 10, I will assume my new responsibilities at Mason as Dean of Student Academic Affairs, Advising and Retention. I was selected for this position after a national search and feel honored to be offered this opportunity. I have a deep commitment to BIS and will remain an ally. However, I will not be able to teach BIS 490 this summer. I am working on identifying another instructor for this class and will keep you informed. Please stay tuned for details on the process for hiring a new BIS Director. I am confident that we will find a new leader dedicated to supporting our students and advocating for the program. Best wishes for a successful spring semester. Jeannie Brown Leonard