Jarvis Christian University President Dr. Glenell M. Lee Pruitt has announced the appointment of
\nDr. Yolanda Jones as the Interim Assistant Vice President for Institutional Research and
\nEffectiveness, effective July 1, 2024. With over 25 years of extensive experience in higher
\neducation, Dr. Jones brings a robust background in academic, student affairs, student success,
\nenrollment management, athletics, and administrative roles to this pivotal position.<\/p>\n
Dr. Jones has been an integral part of Jarvis Christian University since July 2021, serving as the
\nExecutive Director for Student Success Services and Director of the Early Start Summer
\nProgram. Additionally, she has held the position of Interim Assistant Vice President for
\nEnrollment Management and Director of Admissions. Her extensive experience at Jarvis
\nChristian University highlights her deep commitment to the institution and its mission.<\/p>\n
As Interim Assistant Vice President for Institutional Research and Effectiveness, Dr. Jones will
\nlead efforts to guide, design, and conduct research that supports academic planning, decision-
\nmaking, enrollment management, accreditation, and program assessment. Her responsibilities
\nwill include collaborating with academic and non-academic departments to integrate and utilize
\ndata from all major units, including Admissions, Information Technology, and the Registrar\u2019s
\nOffice. Dr. Jones will also oversee the submission of federal and state reports.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am excited to serve Jarvis Christian University during this pivotal time in higher education,\u201d
\nsaid Dr. Jones. \u201cI appreciate the opportunity to contribute to our university\u2019s growth and eager to
\nbuild strong relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, and students as we work together to
\nelevate the university and propel it to new heights.\u201d<\/p>\n
Before joining Jarvis Christian University, Dr. Jones had a consecutive and distinguished 19.5-
\nyear career at Mississippi Valley State University within the Division of Student Affairs, where
\nshe served in various roles, ending her career at MVSU as the Dean of Student Development in
\n2021.<\/p>\n
A proud native, from the heart of the Mississippi Delta, Greenwood, Mississippi, Dr. Jones holds
\na Bachelor of Science in Hearing-Impaired Education and Disabilities Studies, a Master of
\nScience in Rehabilitation Counseling, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree, all from Jackson State
\nUniversity, in Jackson, Mississippi. She also earned a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from
\nMississippi Valley State University in Itta Bena, Mississippi, and attended Grambling State
\nUniversity in Grambling, Louisiana. Currently, she is pursuing a degree in American Sign
\nLanguage at Tyler Junior College in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Jones is an active member of several
\nfederal and state professional associations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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