CARBONDALE, Ill. (WJPF) – The SIU School of Aviation has a new leader.

Chien-tsung Lu assumes the duties of director on July 1. He was most recently an associate professor of aviation and transportation technology at Purdue.

According to the university, the SIU School of Aviation offers multiple degree programs in aviation technologies, management, and flight programs. More than 600 students are currently enrolled.