Dr.
Rollinda Thomas has been named Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
at Fayetteville State University (FSU). Thomas will report directly to
interim Provost Dr. Lee Brown and will provide leadership of the development
and administration of policies to ensure comprehensive, university-wide
academic planning, assessment and evaluation of student learning outcomes and
academic program goals.
“We
are pleased to have Dr. Thomas join our administrative team and her prior
experience at FSU and at the UNC System Office will prove to be very valuable
in her new role,” Brown said.
Thomas
recently served as the UNC System Office Associate Vice President for Academic
Programs, supporting campus’ efforts to establish or modify academic programs,
improve program assessment and student access, and advise on accreditation and
policy.
During
her 26 years in education, Thomas served for 14 years as a K-12 art teacher,
followed by 10 years at FSU in various positions, including Program Coordinator
for Art Education, Assessment Coordinator for the College of Arts and Sciences,
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and SACS Liaison.
Thomas
is a native of Autryville, NC. She attended NC Agricultural and Technical State
University, graduating in 1990 with a B.A. in Art Design. In 1999, she
completed a master’s degree in Art Education from East Carolina University. In
2006, she graduated from North Carolina State University with a Ph.D. in
Curriculum and Instruction.
About Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville State University is a constituent institution
of The University of North Carolina System and the second-oldest institution of
higher education in the state, having been founded in 1867. FSU is a
historically black university offering degrees at the baccalaureate, master’s,
and doctoral levels. With more than 6,700 students, Fayetteville State
University is among the most diverse institutions in the nation. To learn more
about Fayetteville State University, visit www.uncfsu.edu.