by David Glasgow

Like thousands before and since, a love of music brought Mark Wait to Nashville. After eight years of hard work and dedication, he has achieved the sort of music industry recognition most of his fellow travelers only dream of: an invitation to join the Country Music Foundation (CMF) Board of Directors.

Wait, a classically trained pianist and dean of the Blair School of Music, did not make the journey alone. Since his arrival in 1993, Wait has worked with civic leaders and several Blair faculty members to nurture a quiet but powerful partnership with Nashville's music industry.

"Classical music is and always will be the heart and core of our mission, but there is also much for us to learn from the outstanding musicians, diverse musics and wonderful heritage of Southern culture," said Wait. "Virtuosity and musical insight are all around us in Nashville, from the concert halls and local clubs, to recording studios."

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Tsinakis named to post in College of Arts and Science

by Jessica Howard

Tsinakis

Constantine Tsinakis, professor of mathematics and former associate provost for faculty affairs, has been named to the newly created position of executive dean of the College of Arts and Science, Richard McCarty, dean of Arts and Science, announced recently.

As executive dean, Tsinakis will be responsible for issues relating to faculty development, graduate education and research, and the repositioning of the College of Arts and Science in the international arena.

Tsinakis will also work with McCarty on faculty actions including recruitment, renewals, promotions and tenure.