Anil K. Lalwani Appointed as the inaugural Dean of the Gangwal School of Medical Sciences & Technology at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur.

The Columbia University Asian Faculty Association congratulates Professor Anil K. Lalwani, who is currently serving as CUAFA president, on his appointment as the inaugural Dean of the Gangwal School of Medical Sciences & Technology at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. As Professor Lalwani prepares to step down as President of CUAFA, he shares the following message with our community.

Dear CUAFA colleagues and friends,

It is bittersweet as I step down as President of the Columbia University Asian Faculty Association before completing my two-year term to assume the role of inaugural Dean of the Gangwal School of Medical Sciences and Technology at IIT Kanpur, India.

Serving as President of CUAFA has been a tremendous honor and one of the most rewarding leadership experiences of my time at Columbia. I am deeply grateful to our Executive Committee, our members, and the many colleagues whose enthusiasm, dedication, and friendship have strengthened our community. Together, we have continued to build an organization that supports, celebrates, and advocates for Asian faculty across the University.

Thank you for the privilege of serving you. I look forward to watching CUAFA continue to thrive and will always remain a proud supporter.

With gratitude,

Anil K. Lalwani
President, Columbia University Asian Faculty Association

CUAFA extends its deepest thanks to Prof. Lalwani for his leadership, service, and dedication, and wishes him every success in this exciting new role. CUAFA President-elect, Professor Ying Wei, has graciously agreed to assume the duties of President this summer, ensuring a smooth transition and continued momentum for CUAFA.