This summer, the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics at Weber State University will welcome a new dean.
Jeremy Oller comes to WSU from the University of Central Oklahoma, where he served as dean of the College of Business, leading initiatives to strengthen academic quality, student engagement and industry partnerships.
“I want to give students the best possible experience when they come to college,” Oller said. “It’s all about them, their learning, and making sure they’re ready to enter the workforce.”
Oller said he was drawn to Weber State because low tuition offers students the best return on investment.
“Weber is student-focused,” he said. “As dean, that’s something you want to see: Is the university following through on its core mission? I found that to be an overwhelming ‘yes.’”
He was also impressed by the “incredible” quality of WSU faculty and staff. As the new dean, Oller said he wants to invest in their talent.
“The Goddard School is already doing a great job, so what I’m hoping to bring is excitement and the ability to keep the momentum going,” he said. “I see the Goddard School’s vision, and I know we can be known as a top regional school in the western United States.”
Under his leadership, UCO’s business college successfully reaffirmed accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The college also implemented a new mission and vision, revitalized the award-winning Broncho Business Leaders mentorship program, created a student-run investment fund, launched the “Ready…Set…Work” career-readiness initiative, and has begun construction on a new student lounge and study space.
At UCO, he has also served as chair of the economics department and a professor of economics, earning multiple awards for excellence in teaching and service.
Oller said he looks forward to his new role at Weber State, where he intends to foster a team-focused culture that prioritizes students, an environment that supports the work of faculty and staff, and a school that keeps the interests of the community in mind.
“No matter what I do, I try to bring a lot of energy, a lot of passion,” he said. “I’m all about listening to new ideas, encouraging creativity and staying team-focused.”
Oller earned his bachelor’s degree in economics at UCO before transferring to the University of Oklahoma for his Ph.D. in economics and Juris Doctor. His research focuses on antitrust policy, energy markets, pedagogy, and taxation policy for alcoholic beverages.
Outside of work, he enjoys baseball, winter sports and spending time with his family. He will join WSU on July 7, taking the reins from Doris Geide-Stevenson, who has served as the Goddard School’s interim dean since July 2022.
Author:
Bryan Magaña, public relations director801-626-7948, bryanmagana@weber.edu
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