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Vice President of Student Affairs
Howard University invites nominations and applications for the position of
Howard is one of 48 private doctoral/research-intensive universities in the
Howard University is seeking an exceptional leader in Student Affairs.
As the chief Student Affairs officer, the VPSA is responsible for educating “the
The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to manage the delivery of
to student development, customer service, and programming that meets student
Review of candidate materials will begin immediately and continue until a
Howard University Vice President for
Howard University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
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Howard University
Washington, DC
Vice President of Student Affairs (VPSA). The VPSA will be a member of
the President’s Cabinet and report directly to the President. Howard University,
widely regarded as one of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning in the
world, is the nation’s leading comprehensive university dedicated to educating
exceptionally accomplished African American students and students from around
the world.
United States that grants undergraduate degrees in 80 disciplines, master’s
degrees in 63 majors, doctorates in 33 areas, as well as five professional
degrees. Located in the heart of Washington, DC, Howard University has a
student body of more than 10,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional
students from every state, the District of Columbia, and 65 countries.
Working collaboratively with Howard’s students, deans, faculty and members
of the President’s Cabinet, the Vice President for Student Affairs will provide
leadership and guidance for student-centered approaches in campus life, the
delivery of student services and for student learning outside the classroom.
It is expected that the selected candidate will be able to motivate students toward
their fullest intellectual, academic, and personal potential through forging vibrant
partnerships and bridges across the university.
whole student” through the development and implementation of programs that
provide for the general welfare and development of the university’s diverse student
population and establishing standards for measuring outcomes related to retention,
student engagement, and success in and outside of the classroom. The VPSA has
oversight of the following departments: Special Student Services, Student Life
and Activities, International Student Services, the University Center, Central
Scheduling and Information, University Counseling, Career Services, Residence Life,
Intramurals and Recreation.
superior student services geared to the needs of the undergraduate, graduate, and
professional population. He/she must possess the knowledge, understanding, and
strategic insight into new and major trends in student life, student development, and
the necessary services to ensure Howard University’s competitive role in producing
leaders in every discipline and profession. The new Vice President must be committed
needsand enhances student life. An earned doctorate or equivalent from an
accredited institution and minimum of 5 years of senior level professional
experience is required.
new Vice President for Student Affairs is selected. Applications should include
a resume and a letter of interest. Inquiries, applications, and nominations
should be directed to:
Student Affairs Search
ATTN: Howard Jessamy and Oliver Tomlin
Telephone: 301-654-5070
FAX: 301-654-1318
E-mail: VPSA@wittkieffer.com
