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The new president will meet with members of the campus community this week before his first official day July 6.

The university, which has made the list four times, is one of 19 public and 24 private schools included on the 2015 rankings.

Hodges will serve as associate dean and manage new projects; Jacek will be assistant dean and direct daily operations.

The UO's 18th president will make his official debut July 6, wrapping up the day with a public reception in Allen Hall.

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