A. Keene Metzger has been appointed Radcliffe's interim vice president for finance and administration, Radcliffe President Linda S. Wilson announced. Metzger, who has 20 years of experience in financial and administrative management, most recently served as vice president and treasurer of Somerville Hospital. He holds degrees from Harvard College, and Harvard Business School, and attended Harvard Divinity School.

"Mr. Metzger's impressive professional background and his knowledge of the Radcliffe and Harvard communities make him an ideal candidate for this important position," said Wilson. "I know I speak for everyone at Radcliffe by welcoming him to his new job."

Prior to his 16 years at Somerville Hospital, Metzger served from 1976 to 1982 as the director of finance for Transitional Employment Enterprises, a nonprofit employment and training program based in Boston. From 1974 to 1976, Metzger was a senior accountant with Coopers & Lybrand. In addition to his professional experience, Metzger is president of the Somerville Homeless Coalition as well as president and treasurer of ShortStop Inc., a shelter for homeless adolescents.

"I look forward to working with Keene," said Radcliffe Treasurer Nancy J. Dunn. "His experience in managing complex environments, his knowledge of the Harvard community, and his delightful interpersonal skills will be a strong asset to Radcliffe."

Metzger will succeed Dunn, who currently serves as Radcliffe's treasurer and as a member of the Radcliffe board of trustees. Dunn left her position as vice president for finance and administration last December to assume a senior administrative position at the World Wildlife Fund in Washington, D.C.