SDSU College of Business Administration Appoints Dr. Lawrence Rhyne as Chair of the Management Department

SAN DIEGO, July 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Business Administration at San Diego State University (SDSU) announced that SDSU management professor, Dr. Lawrence Rhyne, has been named chair of the college's management department effective June, 2013.

Currently, Rhyne is an associate professor of management at SDSU where he specializes in international strategy and business plan development.

"I am honored to have been selected to the position of SDSU's management department chair," said Rhyne."I am personally committed to providing our students with an outstanding learning environment and I look forward to contributing to the continued progress and development of the department and the college."

"Dr. Rhyne has served our college and university for many years and this appointment is a testimony to his dedicated service," said Dr. Gangaram Singh, interim dean of SDSU's College of Business Administration.

Rhyne earned his Ph.D. from Northwestern University and has been with SDSU's management department since 1987.

About the College of Business Administration
With nearly 5,000 students, SDSU's College of Business Administration is one of the largest business schools in the U.S. For over 50 years, the College has produced some of the most successful and influential business leaders in the world. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu/business.

About SDSU
San Diego State University is a major public research institution offering bachelor's degrees in 89 areas, master's degrees in 78 areas and doctorates in 21 areas. The university provides transformative experiences, both inside and outside of the classroom, for its 34,000 students. Students participate in research, international experiences, sustainability and entrepreneurship initiatives, and a broad range of student life and leadership opportunities. The university's rich campus life features opportunities for students to participate in, and engage with, the creative and performing arts, a Division I athletics program and the vibrant cultural life of the San Diego region. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu.

Contact: Suzanne Finch
Chief Communications Officer
SDSU College of Business Administration
(619) 594-0206
[email protected]

SOURCE San Diego State University College of Business Administration