Iowa Gov., Kim Reynolds, has announced Iowa Department of Education Director, Ryan Wise, will be stepping down to take a position at Drake University. The details of his transition, however, are still being finalized. “Ryan Wise is a true public servant who leaves behind a tenure of unmatched passion and dedication to educating Iowa’s children,” Reynolds says. “He was a critical partner in our efforts to immerse students in a dynamic learning environment that prepares them for the ever-changing 21st century. The current dean of the Drake School of Education is an essential partner in our state’s STEM efforts, so I know we all look forward to continuing to work with Ryan in this new role.” Wise says it has been an honor to serve as the Iowa Department of Education Director and he wants to thank Reynolds, Lt. Gov., Adam Gregg, and Ambassador Branstad for entrusting him with the role. “I’m also grateful for the dedicated public servants at the Department of Education and in our schools and community colleges. I’m proud of the progress we’ve made and look forward to continuing the work to strengthen the state’s education system at Drake University.”
