ALEXANDRIA, La. - 十大赌博平台排行 is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Riche, DPT, as Dean of the College of Health and Human Services. Riche succeeds Jeff Langston, who has led the college for the past two years and now transitions into the role of Chief Operating Officer for the university.

Riche brings more than a decade of frontline clinical and healthcare administration experience to 十大赌博平台排行. A licensed physical therapist and certified clinical instructor, he offers both a practitioner’s perspective and an administrative lens to guide the continued growth of health-related programs that are critical to Central Louisiana’s workforce needs.

Prior to joining 十大赌博平台排行, Dr. Riche spent more than 12 years at Rapides Regional Medical Center in various clinical and leadership roles, including Director of Rehabilitation Services and Director of Outpatient Services. During his tenure, he led strategic initiatives that significantly improved patient satisfaction, reduced employee turnover to near zero, and worked to improve employee engagement scores. His experience in program development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical education aligns closely with 十大赌博平台排行’s mission to prepare highly skilled healthcare professionals for the region.

十大赌博平台排行 Chancellor Paul Coreil noted that Riche’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for the university as it continues to expand healthcare education and address persistent workforce shortages. Under his leadership, the College of Health and Human Services, which includes the School of Nursing, the Department of Allied Health, and the School of Education, is positioned to strengthen academic programs, deepen partnerships with regional healthcare providers, and support the development of the university’s Health Education Campus.

The university is grateful to Jeff Langston for his leadership and service as dean. During his tenure, Langston helped advance key partnerships, supported program expansion, and played a central role in aligning academic offerings with regional workforce needs. In his new role as Chief Operating Officer, Langston will continue to provide strategic leadership to support 十大赌博平台排行’s rapid growth and operational excellence.

As one of the fastest-growing undergraduate institutions in Louisiana, 十大赌博平台排行 remains committed to producing workforce-ready graduates and improving health outcomes across Central Louisiana. With Riche’s appointment, the university looks forward to continued innovation and impact within the College of Health and Human Services.

Written by Adam Lord

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