Kevin A. Rolle, Ph.D.

                                                                                                                   American Council Fellow, 2012-2013

612 Flag Staff Drive, Montgomery, AL 36109 * PH: 803-347-9670 * maxwellr1961@gmail.com

 

Executive-level experience in higher education coupled with the unique qualities

and management expertise to provide effective leadership.

 

Core competencies encompass administration of fund raising/development, operations, fiscal and budgetary affairs, strategic planning and execution, student services, human resources and facility management. Politically astute decision-maker with expertise in interacting effectively and partnering with university/college internal and external constituencies, governing boards, foundations, committees, governmental agencies, business, and industry as well as grass root efforts.

 

Talented background in innovative program development, coordination, implementation, and oversight. Proven track record of formulating a vision; conveying expectations; negotiating viable courses of action; bringing energy, enthusiasm, and passion to empower others, and together, achieving significant results.

EDUCATION

 

Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO

Ph.D., Education, and Human Resources Studies, with a concentration in Educational Administration and Student Affairs Personnel

 

Southern University and A & M College – Baton Rouge, LA

33+ Hours, Public Administration

M.S., Leisure and Recreational Services

B.S., Therapeutic Recreation; Minor: Sociology

 

 

POST-DOCTORAL STUDIES

 

Executive Accounting and Finance Program, Wharton School of Business - 2014, University of Pennsylvania

ACE Fellows Program, 2012-2013 – the University of Alabama System, assigned to the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs

Focus/Leadership Huntsville/Madison County, 2011 – Huntsville, AL

ACE Advancing to the Presidency (ATP), 2010 – Washington, D.C.

Kettering Fellows (Scholar), 2005-2007 – Dayton, Ohio

Leadership South Carolina Graduate, 2006 – Orangeburg, South Carolina

Executive Leadership Summit, 2003 – Hampton, Virginia

Millennium Leadership Institute, American Association of State Colleges & Universities, 2001 – Washington, D.C.

Harvard Graduate School of Education (IEM), 2000 – Cambridge, Massachusetts

ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE

 

ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY – Montgomery, Alabama

 

Chief of Staff (November 2017 – Present)

Serves as an ambassador for the president by providing specialized services and support. Sets the tone for communications emanating from the President's Office, provides leadership, direction and executive oversight in accordance with all accreditation, regulatory, and governmental standards appropriate within the education industry and works closely with the Board of Trustees and manages a staff of Vice Presidents and Directors.

 

  • Lead the University Wide Salary Compensation Study
  • Team member in the restricting of the University debt; refinancing of more than one hundred and thirty nine million dollars debt service
  • Negotiated and restricted the Food Service contract where the University receive more than seven point five million dollars in revenue
  • Initiated the enrollment management committed, to ensure University wide participation in growth of academic programs
  • Directs fiscal management; administers $136 million operating budget;
  • Officiated as the principal administrative team leader in developing the participated in restructuring negotiations for the HBCU Capital Improvement Program148 million dollars for ASU.
  • Oversees all aspects of the University's business operations while assisting the executive team in achieving long- and short-term goals and objectives
  • Develops standards, policies, and procedures to promote continuity and ensure operational efficiency and cost effective resources utilization in all operational areas, public safety, facilities management, physical plant, business and finance, intercollegiate athletics, institutional advancement and Title III daily operations, office budgets and all of the activities and services provided by the department.
  • Directs all strategic and day-to-day operating activities in an academic environment
  • Performs special assignments and conduct special administrative tasks and research studies for the President on a wide range of subjects related to the overall management and operation of the University
  • Oversees, manages, and coordinates a broad range of high priority projects with internal staff and/or external consultants across all areas of the institution, and develop and implement policies to help attain institutional goals 
  • Works closely with senior management to ensure that critical matters are resolved in a timely manner
  • Provides pro-active ideas, anticipate the President's needs, and change management initiative on behalf of the president as needed
  • Represents the President/University at various internal and external interactions with community, civic, educational, governmental meetings and conferences, media, regulatory agencies, funding agencies, and the general public as appropriate, and performs other duties as assigned 

 

 

ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY – Normal, Alabama

Progressive responsibility and achievement, August 2009 to March 2017.

 

Executive Vice President  & Chief Operating Officer - Senior Personnel Director for Operations

 (August 2010 – March 2017)

Direct fiscal management; administer $147 million operating budget; supervise the day-to-day operations of the non-academic divisions of the university as well as the Vice Presidents for Finance, Student Affairs, Marketing, Communications and Advancement, Chief Information Officer, Director of Human Resources, and Executive Director of the University Foundation.

 

  • Officiated as the principal administrative team leader in developing the University's response and accompanying plan which resulted in the removal of the University from probation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in December 2009.

 

  • Led the negotiation for a $6.3 million line of credit. Initiated, and currently leading a team to increase the Moody Bond Rating which will result in improving the University’s capacity to borrow resources for the institution.
  • Participated in restructuring negotiations for the HBCU Capital Improvement Program 93 million dollars for Alabama A&M University. 

 

  • Led administrative efforts in developing a contingency of $10 to $12 million over the next 5 years.

 

  • Restructured food services contract that generated $4 million in cash.

 

  • Consolidated the administration’s activities aimed at establishing ties with the community. These included a series of speaking engagements by the President at several community events, and informing alumni on the status of the University.

 

  • Served as Senior Personnel Director for Non-Academic Employees with supervisory responsibility for more than 600 employees and over Human Resources, Computer Technology, and the University Foundation.  These responsibilities included oversight of federal and state regulations working in conjunction with the federal and state Departments of Education.

 

  • Structured and negotiated the management contract for supervision of facilities management resulting in a $1 million savings.

 

  • Led administrative efforts in developing and implementing a budget reduction plan to address proration.

 

 

ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY – Normal, Alabama

Chief of Staff (August 2009 – August 2010)

 

Served as principal advisor to the President, and provided support in dealing with a range of faculty, staff, student, and public affairs issues. Proffered integrated policy analysis and strategic consultation to the President and senior administration on major issues affecting the University. Served as President’s primary liaison with University, Board of Trustees, government, and community leadership on strategic and operational matters pertaining to the specific area of institutional interest. Managed all facets of the daily operations of the organizational unit, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, policies, and operating agreements.

 

  • Designed, established, and maintained an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the organization’s goals and objectives; provided oversight of recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of unit personnel.

 

  • Advised the President and senior leadership on tactics to position the institution with civic and business leadership, alumni, and regionally-elected representatives on issues that had a direct, strategic impact on the core initiatives.

 

  • Interacted with senior University, industry, government, community officials and stakeholders in the representation and development of strategic program endeavors.

 

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY – Orangeburg, South Carolina

Vice President, Student Affairs (June 2004 – December 2007)

 

Administered budget oversight of $42 million for new construction, $14 million for the operation of the division as well as provided student-related services to the University community. Co authored and had oversight over the first outsourced food service in SC State history (since 1896). That contract included renovations, new dining facilities, heating and air upgrades for dining facilities, catering function, created walnut room for faculty and staff, and established a dietician through a partnership with the food service provider and the campus infirmary for consultation with faculty, staff, students, and the Athletic department. These additions included healthy and quality foods for faculty students and student athletes. Implemented division operational procedures associated with Career Planning and Placement, Student Activities and Leadership, Residential Life, Financial Aid, Enrollment Management, Admissions and Recruitment, Multicultural and Diversity, Intramural Sports, Scholarship and Abatement, Health Services, Counseling Services, Public Safety, Registrar's Office, and Food Services. Served on the planning committee for the National Presidential Debate.
  • Increased enrollment for first-time students, 24% over 3 years.
  • Increased enrollment for first-time students, 50.2%, Fall 2007 school term.
  • Increased salaries for Campus Police Officers, 14%.
  • Increased number of Life Scholarship Recipients, 43%.

 

  • Assisted in securing a $42 million loan utilized in constructing 755-bed, an apartment-style housing complex for students. Loan represented largest non-student aid funding ever provided by U.S. Department of Education to any institution.

 

  • Spearheaded multi-million-dollar renovation and upgrade of 2 student dining/food services buildings.

 

  • Completed multi-million dollar repairs and upgrades to student resident halls including roofs, replacement of carpeting with tile, painting, and furnishings.

 

  • Supported Student Government Association in raising total monies needed to build Habitat for Humanity home, only second built by an HBCU.

 

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, EASTERN SHORE – Princess Anne, Maryland

Associate Vice President/Chief Development Officer (July 2003 – July 2004)

 

Employed leadership skills to plan and develop annual fund infrastructure which involved overseeing budget activities, planning, and implementing annual giving team efforts. Maintained caseload for major gift prospects that included oversight of major gifts, corporate and foundation development, donor communication and implementation of the planned giving program. Coordinated and planned giving as well as corporate soliciting. Developed and implemented staff development and training program.

 

  • Initiated special events resulting in increased amount of unrestricted funds.

 

  • Produced an annual budget for Institutional Advancement, and coordinated Title III activity to meet goals.

 

  • Created and implemented effective strategic resources designated to increase the overall reputation of the institution.

 

 

TEXAS COLLEGE – Tyler, Texas

Executive Vice President (February 2001 – April 2002)

 

Managed day-to-day administrative operations, and supervised six Vice Presidents. Served as Chief Operational Officer providing administrative direction and supervision for institutional planning, evaluation and assessment activities, resource and fund development projects, institutional research, institutional effectiveness, and Title III administration. Accountable for direct involvement in the academic development of college and participation in writing academic grants and proposals college-wide. Directed collection and submission of required federal, state

and local reports including IPEDS and ICUT details. Served as legal liaison for all pending lawsuits. Revamped organizational structure of the college.

 

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY – Atta Bena, Mississippi

Vice President for Student Affairs (February 1999 – February 2001)

 

Directed all functions of the Student Affairs Division comprised of 8 units of 100 professionals and support staff, encompassing student activities and governance, student financial aid, undergraduate and graduate residential life, career services, intramural sports, health services, counseling and psychological services, the student center, services for students with disabilities, and University Chaplain. Managed and executed $14 million operating budget in accordance with University procedures.

 

  • Participated in the strategic plan for implementation of $25 million capital campaign, resulting in the raising of $3 million during personal tenure.

 

  • Developed and implemented strategies which optimized the use of federal, state, and institutional resources to assist students in fulfilling academic, personal, social, and career objectives.

 

  • Reorganized Office of Student Affairs to improve operational efficiency, restructured student judiciary process, developed the handbook for students which clearly delineated standards of conduct, re-engineered financial aid process, upgraded recreation center, and developed an intramural sports program.

 

  • Led negotiations for new food services contract, resulting in contemporary and user-friendly food court system.

 

  • Organized fun-filled and well-attended spring festival which is currently an annual event.

 

  • Provided leadership to Division for Institutional Self-Study Process, increased Internet accessibility for residential life, and substantially increased a number of computers available to Student Affairs staff.

 

  • Increased staff salaries, and negotiated health services contract.

 

 

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AND A&M COLLEGE – Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Dean of Student Life (October 1997 – February 1999)

 

Administered Student Judicial Program encompassing 9,700 students. Prepared annual budget as well as annual report on activities of Office of Student Life, and served as liaison with other student life offices within the University. Evaluated and addressed daily problems of students, ensured enforcement of student code of conduct, administered student accident/health insurance program, and functioned as Chief Custodian of student personnel records. Served as Staff Development Officer responsible for planning and conducting staff development for student affairs personnel.

 

  • Advised Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs on overall needs of students.
  • Served as Acting Vice Chancellor during an absence of Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.
  • Functioned as SACS Coordinator for Division of Student Affairs.

 

 

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AND A&M COLLEGE (cont.)

Area Director/Housing Department (October 1993 – February 1997) (Paid educational leave).

Supervised all night activities, 109 housing employees, 9 campus police officers, and residential services for 2,600 students. Ensured operational structure of university was secure at night. Prepared and implemented annual budget, conducted employee evaluations and served as the emergency troubleshooter.

 

  • Submitted daily reports on maintenance, security, and supervision of personnel as well as student-related activities.
  • Formulated recommendations to Housing Director, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, and other officials to achieve set goals.

 

 

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

 

ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY – Normal, Alabama

Full Professor [Tenured] of Educational Leadership/Urban Affairs (August 2013 – March 2017)

 

ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY – Normal, Alabama

Associate Professor [Tenured] of Educational Leadership/Urban Affairs (August 2009 – August 2013)

 

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY – Orangeburg, South Carolina.

Associate Professor [Tenure Track] of Education (January 2007 – January 2009)

 

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY – Orangeburg, South Carolina

Associate Professor of Educational Leadership (June 2004 – December 2007)

 

Imparted quality instruction to graduate students in the Educational Specialist degree program and Department of Educational Leadership. Designed course materials, and formulated activities to assist students in developing required knowledge and skills. Conducted seminars throughout the academic semester to enhance the internship experience.

 

  • Assisted interns in locating suitable placement with a highly qualified supervising superintendent.

 

  • Met with interns and supervising superintendent to ensure both were familiar with the purpose and objectives of the internship experience. Created an open pathway of communication between the University and the supervising superintendent.

 

  • Visited the intern at the district office at least twice during the internship.

 

  • Used the supervising superintendent’s evaluation, participation in seminars, oral presentation, and materials provided in the internship portfolio to evaluate the intern’s overall performance.

 

  • Led administrative efforts in developing a contingency of $10 to $12 million over the next 5 years.

 

  • Restructured food services contract that generated $4 million in cash.

 

  • Consolidated the administration’s activities aimed at establishing ties with the community. These included a series of speaking engagements by the President at several community events, and informing alumni on the status of the University.

 

  • Structured and negotiated the management contract for supervision of facilities management resulting in a $1 million savings.
  • Led administrative efforts in developing and implementing a budget reduction plan to address proration.

 

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, EASTERN SHORE – Princess Anne, Maryland

Assistant Professor of Organizational Leadership (July 2003 – July 2004)

 

TEXAS COLLEGE – Tyler, Texas

Full Professor of Organizational Management (February 2001 – April 2002)

 

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY – Itta Bena, Mississippi

Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership (February 1999 – February 2001)

 

 

 

COURSES TAUGHT AT GRADUATE AND UNDERGRADUATE LEVELS

  • Policy Development and Leadership
  • Organizational Management and Leadership
  • Qualitative Research
  • School Law
  • Educational Leadership

DISSERTATIONS DIRECTED

 

  • Calloway, L - Middle School Veteran and Non-Veteran Teacher’s Evaluations of Competence to teach in an inclusive classroom setting in Orangeburg Consolidated School District #3, (2007).
  • Fredrick, M. - The Impact of African American Women Experiences K-12, (2007).
  • Hill, E., A Qualitative Study of an African American Barbershop: The Role and Influence of Cultural Factors on the Academic Performance of African American Males.
  • Huger, D. - Instructional Leader Accountability and Self-Efficacy: A Study of South Carolina’s 2005 - 2006 Induction Principals, (2007).
  • Robinson F., - Committee Member. Effects of a Technology Assisted Program on Seventh and Eight Grade Students’ Math Performance, (2006).
  • Senior, K. - School effectiveness, teacher behavior and student achievement in rural elementary schools of South Carolina.

UNIVERSITY SERVICE

 

  • Chairperson, Vice President for OTS (ASU)
  • Chairperson, Vice President for Institutional Advancement (ASU)
  • Chairperson, Vice President for Finance (ASU)
  • Chairperson, Vice President for Student Affairs (ASU)
  • Chairperson, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Search  Committee (ASU)
  • Member, Dean of College of Education Search Committee (ASU)
  • Member, Faculty Search Committee (ASU)
  • Member, University Executive Leadership Team for Reaffirmation –Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC) (ASU)
  • Member, Presidents’ Council, Southwestern Athletic Conference (AAMU)
  • Chairperson, Vice President of Student Affairs Search Committee (AAMU)
  • Chairperson, Vice President for Business and Finance Search Committee (AAMU)

 

  • Chairperson, Vice President for Research, Economic Development & 1890 Programs Search Committee (AAMU)

 

  • Member, Provost and Vice President Search Committee (AAMU)

 

  • Chairperson, Executive Vice President/Vice President for Academic Affairs Search Committee (SCSU)

 

  • Member, Vice President Academic Affairs Search Committee (SCSU)

 

  • Member, Selection Committee for Head Men’s Basketball Coach (SCSU)

 

  • Admissions Committee Member, Organizational Leadership Program/Ph.D. and Educational Leadership Program/Ed.D. (UMES)

 

  • Admissions Committee Member, Physician Assistants Program (UMES)

 

  • Member, Data Integrity Group

 

  • Member, University Budget Committee

 

  • Member, Executive Staff (MVSU, TC, SCSU, AAMU)

 

  • Enrollment Management Committee (MVSU, SCSU)
  • Homecoming Committee (MVSU, SCSU)

 

  • Marketing and Publications Committee (MVSU)

 

  • University Safety Committee (MVSU)

 

  • University Planning and Budget Committee (MVSU, SCSU)

 

  • Academic Calendar Committee (MVSU)

 

  • Mississippi Association of Student Affairs Professionals

 

  • State of Mississippi Student Affairs Vice Presidents Council

 

  • Boy Scouts of America, Baton Rouge Affiliation – 1998 Camp Challenge Spokesperson

 

  • Member, Intercollegiate Athletic Council (SU)

 

  • President, Southern University Alumni Chapter, Baton Rouge

 

 

PRIVATE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT AND BUSINESS-RELATED EXPERIENCE

 

BB BLACKSTONE ASSOCIATES – Little Rock, Arkansas

Senior Associate Consultant (April 2002 – July 2003)

 

Exercised leadership in designing and executing focused strategies for increasing private financial support from the corporate sector, foundations, individuals, and alumni for various universities and colleges. Provided technical assistance to university and college Presidents on development issues by planning fundraising events with public and private donors. Developed and marketed materials, and served as Advisor to various Alumni Boards.

 

  • Assisted in the solicitation and acquisition of a $3 million gift.

 

  • Identified potential contributors to special projects funds and supporters of ongoing institutional operations through examination of past records, individual interviews, review of corporate contracts, and community contacts.

 

  • Organized solicitation drives for ongoing pledges of support from individuals, corporations, and foundations.

 

FEDERAL PRISON – MEDICAL CENTER – Carville, Louisiana

Program Coordinator (January 1991 – September 1993)

 

Planned and evaluated activities for 497 federal inmates, including disciplinary actions. Developed budget, and accomplished special projects. Collected and compiled statistical data on inmates. Organized and implemented staff training and development.

 

  • Submitted and approved all requests regarding expenditures of program funds.
  • Gathered best practices, then compiled and prepared prison operating policies and procedures.

 

 

PUBLICATIONS, TECHNICAL REPORTS & WORKSHOPS

 

Publications/Technical Reports

2021    Glenn Jones, P., Davenport, E., Frazier, R-M. 2021. The Teacher’s Lounge: Tales told and lessons learned (pp.157-171). Nova Science Publishers.

2020    Education’s “Talented Tenth”: Engaging Retired Educators in the Dialogue on Black Student Achievement. In P. W. Glenn Jones (Ed.), Fostering Collaborations Among African American Communities and Educational Institutions. Co-authored with P.W. Glenn Jones, R. B. Glenn, and L. C. Haywood.

 2020   School Nutrition and Reading: An Evaluation Among Kindergarten and First Grade Students in Alabama. Negro             Educational Review. Co-authored with J. Lewis and P.W. Glenn Jones.

2019    Lewis, J., Rolle, K. A., & Glenn Jones, P. W. (2019, Spring-Winter). School Nutrition and Reading: An Evaluation Among Kindergarten and First Grade Students in Alabama. Negro Educational Review, 70(1-4), 124-144.

2001    “President’s Status Report to the Board of Trustees,” TC Technical Report No. 101.

 

2001    “Response to the Report of the SACS Accreditation Committee,” TC Technical Report No. 100.

 

2000    “Report to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.” “African American Administrators’ Experiences in Predominately White Colleges and Universities.” National Student Affairs Professionals (NASAP). Morehouse College, Atlanta, Georgia.

 

Workshops

2018    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges Reaffirmation Class of 2020, Atlanta, GA

2018    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges Substantive Change, Orlando, FL

2018    American Council on Education (ACE) Meeting

2018    Association of Governing Boards Council

2017    Gear Up Advisory Board

2017    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges Annual Meeting, Dallas, TX

2014    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC) Annual Meeting, Nashville, Tennessee

2014    American Council on Education (ACE) Meeting – Council of Fellows weekend

2013    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Annual Meeting, Atlanta GA

2013    University CXO Summit, Atlanta, Georgia

2013    American Council on Education Annual Meeting, (ACE) Washington, D.C.

2012    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges Annual Meeting, Dallas, TX

2012    Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) Annual Meeting, Denver, Colorado

2012    American Council on Education Annual Meeting, (ACE) Los Angeles, California

2011    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL

2011    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges Summer Institute, Fort Worth, TX

2011    Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) Annual Meeting, San Francisco, California

2011    American Council on Education Annual Meeting, (ACE) Washington, D.C.

2010    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges Annual Meeting, Louisville, KY

2010    Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) Annual Meeting, Dallas, Texas

2010    American Council on Education Annual Meeting, (ACE) Phoenix, Arizona

2009    Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA

2009    Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C.

2007    “Intervention for School Success: Perspectives on Closing Achievement Gap in South Carolina.” South Carolina State University School of Graduate Studies, Department of Educational Leadership, 10th Annual Educational Leadership seminar. Charleston, South Carolina

 

2007    “Blacks in Higher Education: Where Do We Belong?” Stanford University, Palo Alto, California.

 

2006    “Excellence and Innovation: Pathways to Students’ Success.” NASULGC. Washington, D.C.

 

2006    “31st Conference.” National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education (NAFEO). New Orleans, LA.

 

2006    “Working in the Public’s Interest, Exploring Solutions.” American Council on Education (ACE), 88th Annual Meeting. Los Angeles, CA.

 

2005 "Preserving Core Values: Student Learning, Quality Enhancement, and Integrity." Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Annual Meeting.  Atlanta, GA.

 

2005    “The New NASULGA Agenda.” NASULGC, 118th Annual Meeting. Washington, D.C.

 

2005    “Changing Course, Confronting Crises, Continuing the Legacy.” Congressional Black Caucus, 36th Annual Legislative Conference (CBC). Washington, D.C.

 

2005    “Imagine and Explore the Future.” National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA). 88th Annual Conference. Tampa, FL.

 

2000 "Creative Ways to Recruit, Retain and Reward a Diverse Faculty, Staff, and Students." American Association for Higher Education (AAHE), 2000. National Conference, Anaheim, CA.

 

2000 "Personal Finances." American Association for Higher Education (AAHE) Black Caucus. Savannah, GA

 

2000    “Where Do We Go from Here as Chief Student Affairs Professionals?” Annual Meeting of National Student Affairs Professionals (NASAP). Albany, GA.

 

2000    “Current Issues and Challenges of Student Affairs.” Annual Meeting of Mississippi Chief Student Affairs Officers. Hattiesburg, MS.

 

1999    “Leading the Effective Institution.” AAHE. Washington, D.C.

 

1999    “Student Affairs Administrators as Determinants of Opportunity and Advancement for African Americans at Predominately White Colleges.” AAHE. Washington, D.C.

 

1998    “The Change in Career Paradigm in Student Affairs.” National Association for Equal Opportunity (NAFEO). Washington, D.C.

 

1999    Research: “The Longitudinal Study of Colorado Community College Students Transferring to Colorado State University.”

 

 

SELECTED COMMUNITY PRESENTATIONS

 

Panelist:                 B.I.G. Blacks in Government 40th National Training Institute, August 14, 2018

Keynote Speaker: Omega Psi Phi, Inc Psi Kappa Kappa, annual achievement week, November 15, 2018

Keynote Speaker: Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Black History Month Program, March 3, 2002.

 

Keynote Speaker: Post-Oak Baptist Church, Black History Month Program, February 24, 2002.

 

Presentation: Barnes and Noble Book Review, Vernon Can Read by Vernon E. Jordan, February 2002.

 

Keynote Speaker: Little Union Baptist Church, Black History Month Program, February 2002.

 

Keynote Speaker: National Achievement Week Program, “With Today’s Political and Judicial Maneuvering, What Must African American Males Do to Ensure Mainstream Inclusion?” November 14, 2001.

Keynote Speaker:  Christians in Action Ministry, “Unity and Call for the Order of the Day,” February 2011

 

 

 

 

 

 

PROFESSIONAL & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

 

  • Chaired the re-affirmation of Moody’s Outlook which produced “stable financial outlook”
  • Society for College and University Planning (SCUP)
  • Served as a member of an Off-Site Review Committee that evaluated Norfolk State University (VA), University of Texas Brownsville/Texas Southmost College (TX), and Virginia State University (VA) as part of the reaffirmation of accreditation with the Commission on Colleges.
  • Rotary Club of Orangeburg, South Carolina
  • Consultant, Financial Management, Piedmont Community College – Raleigh, NC
  • Consultant, Institutional Diversity, Hendrix College – Conway, AR
  • Consultant, Institutional Self-Study Program for Reaffirmation (Student Affairs)
  • American Association for Higher Education (AAHE)
  • Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity, Delta Gamma Boulé
  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (Life Member; Vice President; Member, National Scholarship Committee)
  • American Association of Higher Education (Black Caucus, Scholarship Committee)
  • Early Risers, Kiwanis, Baton Rouge, LA
  • Kappa Phi Kappa Honor Fraternity
  • Toastmasters International
  • National Association of Student Personnel Professionals
  • Prince Hall Masons
  • Presidential Search Committee, Gadsden State Community College, selected as a statewide member, March
  • Louisiana Association of Student Affairs Professionals
  • National Association of Student Affairs Professionals
  • National Association for Equal Opportunity (NAFEO)
  • National Black MBA Association, Life Member
  • Case Seminar on New Policies and Procedures, University of Maryland System
  • Participant, Annual American Association of Higher Education National Conference (AAHE), Washington, D.C.
  • Huntsville Committee of 100
  • American Council Education
  • American Heart Association, Huntsville, AL
  • APLU (Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities)

 

 

INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION/EXPERIENCES

 

  • Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Cape Town, South Africa
  • Soweto, South Africa
  • Pretoria, South Africa
  • Robben Island, South Africa
  • Nassau, Bahamas
  • Aruba
  • Curacao

 

 

 

 

 

HONORS & AWARDS

 

  • Colorado State University Graduate Fellowship Recipient

 

  • Southern University Graduate Fellowship Recipient

 

  • Outstanding Young Men of America

 

  • U.S. Marine Corps Meritorious Promotion Award

 

  • Who’s Who Among American Teachers
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