FACULTY of HEALTH and COMMUNITY STUDIES
OFFICE OF THE DEAN
The Faculty of Health and Community Studies prepares professionals for careers in the fields of health, wellness and community services. We are proud of our dedicated group of educators, professionals and researchers who share their expertise and provide students with innovative, hands-on experiences.
The Dean’s office provides academic leadership and support to faculty, staff, students and alumni across the Faculty and within the community, serving departments and programs as they strive for academic excellence.
Deans
Dr. David Danto, PhD (Duquesne) Philosophy
Dean, Faculty of Health and Community Studies
Dr. Danto's academic career has provided him with experience across a variety of community and health contexts including hospitals, federal corrections and community-based services including services within Indigenous communities in the far north.
Dr. Danto takes an applied, community and health-related approach in his work, bringing with him invaluable experience in areas such as curriculum development (including microcredentials, study-abroad opportunities and experiential learning), expanding student funding opportunities and developing partnerships with international universities.
Cassie Prochnau
Associate Dean, Faculty of Health and Community Studies
prochnauc@macewan.ca
780-497-5733
Cassie Prochnau brought over 20 years of experience as a leader and educator to her role as Associate Dean, Faculty of Health and Community Studies. Throughout her post-secondary career, she has held various positions as Chair, Department of Allied Health and Human Performance; Associate Dean, Faculty of Health and Community Studies; and Interim Associate Vice-President, Students and Teaching. More recently, she served as Interim Dean, Faculty of Health and Community Studies where she led the Faculty to ensure program and academic excellence, foster student success, and build strong ties with community partners and the professions served.
With over 30 years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist, Cassie is an engaged teacher and has taught classes in the Physical Therapist Assistant and Occupational Therapist Assistant Program since 2000. She has a strong student advocacy perspective and a history of teaching excellence. She is passionate about enhancing the student experience by providing engaging activities in a rich, diverse learning environment. She continues to actively participate in program evaluation and curriculum development. Her focus is on student success and creating a learner-centered environment that is welcoming and inspiring.
Cassie is knowledgeable and passionate about post-secondary program accreditation as an experienced peer reviewer and member of Physiotherapy Education Accreditation Canada, Accreditation and Governance Committees.
Dr. Matthew LaGrone
Associate Dean, Faculty of Health and Community Studies
lagronem@macewan.ca
780-497-4718