Mickey Leland Center Staff

Meet the Experts at the Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs

The Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at Texas Southern University is home to distinguished faculty and dedicated staff committed to excellence in policy, leadership, and community impact. Our team brings expertise in public administration, urban planning, political science, and justice studies, fostering an environment of innovation and academic growth.

Dr. George Klay Kieh, Jr.

Dean, Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs

Phone: 713-313-7827 
Email: George.Kieh@tsu.edu
Departments: Office of the Dean

Dr. George Klay Kieh, Jr. was appointed as the Dean of the School of Public Affairs as of June 13, 2019. Since 2009, Dr. Kieh has served in both administrative and academic roles at the University of West Georgia, most recently as the interim chair of the Department of Criminology (2018-19) and as a full professor of political science (2009-19). He also served as the dean of the College of Arts and Sciences from 2009-10. Previously, Dr. Kieh held administrative positions at Morehouse College (chair of the Department of Political Science, 2002-05), Grand Valley State University (dean of international affairs, 2001-03), and several other institutions, including Illinois Wesleyan University and the University of Memphis.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Liberia, followed by a master’s degree and a doctorate of philosophy in political science from Northwestern University.

“We are excited about these new academic leaders,” said TSU Provost Dr. Kendall Harris. “Our search process was thorough and inclusive, and I’d like to thank all of the faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and community members who contributed by serving on the various committees and providing input into the selection process.”