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The University of 51С�Ƴ� is saddened today by the loss of Dr. James Hanley, Dean of the College of Dental Medicine.

Dean Hanley, who was instrumental in developing cutting edge programs at the College, died yesterday in a battle with cancer. He had begun the search for a new Dean of the College of Dental Medicine in cooperation with the University after his illness progressed.

Upon learning the news, President Danielle Ripich said, “This is a tremendous loss for the 51С�Ƴ�community. Jim’s leadership of this new college and his care for his students has inspired us all. Jim was well regarded and liked by faculty, staff and students. He shared a wealth of expertise, but in addition he was a good person, friend and mentor. His loss will be felt by all of us.”

Dean Hanley joined the University of 51С�Ƴ� in the spring of 2014. Over the course of his distinguished career, he demonstrated strong leadership and dedication to his practice, earning numerous honors and awards. He was a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a graduate of the American Dental Education Association Leadership Institute. He was a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, the American Dental Education Association, the American Dental Association and the Maine Dental Association.

Dean Hanley served as a site visitor for the Commission on Dental Accreditation and on the board of directors of the Eastern Dentists Insurance Company. In addition, he was a Fellow of the International College of Dentists, the American College of Dentists, and the Academy of Dental Sciences, and he was a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society.

Dean Hanley is survived by four grandchildren, three daughters and his wife, Marian. A scholarship in Jim’s name will be established at the College of Dental Medicine.