HSU Names New Dean

After a national search, Hardin-Simmons University is pleased to announce that Mrs. Elizabeth Worley, professor and associate director for public services at the Rupert and Pauline Richardson Library, has been selected as the new dean of libraries for HSU.

Worley brings significant library experience to her new position, having served for 20 years in various roles in the HSU library.  Prior to her arrival at HSU, Worley served as a librarian at Oklahoma Baptist University. 

A two-time graduate of Hardin-Simmons, Worley earned her Bachelor of Education in 1989 and Master of Education in 2001.  She is the current faculty vice president and has served on 18 separate Hardin-Simmons committees. 

Worley assumed her official duties as the new dean on July 1, 2015.