Prof. Ostap Okhrin Elected Dean of the "Friedrich List" Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences

Prof. Dr. rer. pol. Ostap Okhrin of  Chair of Applied Statistics was officially elected as the new Dean of the "Friedrich List" Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences, at the Faculty Council meeting on October 26, 2026. The previous Dean, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Regine Gerike, will remain part of the faculty leadership as Vice-Dean.

This leadership transition marks a continuing commitment to the faculty's dynamic growth and strategic development achieved in recent years. Under Prof. Okhrin's leadership, the faculty aims to further consolidate and expand its role as a premier interdisciplinary Competence Center for transportation and mobility, strengthening its impact across research, academic teaching, and societal engagement.

Central to this direction is the faculty strategy, which outlines shared objectives and strategic areas of action. Its successful execution will rely on the active dedication and joint collaboration of all faculty members and staff.

"I am very pleased by the trust placed in me and look forward to continuing the successful development of our faculty together," stated Prof. Okhrin following his election.

The Chair of Applied Statistics extends its heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Okhrin on this prestigious appointment and wishes him great success in leading the faculty into its next chapter!