Dean John Lach Named GW's Interim Provost


June 4, 2025

Dr. Lach

In the article "Christopher Alan Bracey to Step Back as Provost," GW Today announced that Christopher Alan Bracey will step down from his role as provost and executive vice president for academic affairs on June 30 to begin a one-year sabbatical before returning to the GW Law faculty. GW Engineering Dean John Lach has been named interim provost while a national search is underway.

Here is an excerpt from the article: “I am honored by the opportunity to serve GW in this capacity,” Lach said. “Provost Bracey has set a high standard for academic leadership, and I look forward to working with students, staff, faculty, alumni and friends across the university to maintain our momentum and build on the foundation he helped create.”

Read the full article on GW Today.