Timothy Renick is a highly accomplished and respected figure in the field of higher education and student success. Renowned for his exceptional leadership skills, he has served as the Executive Director of the National Institute for Student Success and Professor of Religious Studies at Georgia State University. Renick has received numerous awards and recognitions for his innovative approach to student success, which has helped eliminate equity gaps and improve graduation rates. His work has been featured in leading publications like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and Time. A Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude graduate of Dartmouth College, Renick also holds an MA and PhD in Religion from Princeton University.

Renick has held various roles at Georgia State University, including Vice Provost, Senior Vice President for Student Success, Chair of Religious Studies, Director of the Honors Program, and Chief Enrollment Officer. He has also been invited to speak at the White House and testify before the U.S. Senate on strategies to help low-income college students succeed. Renick's contributions to higher education have been significant, and he continues to dedicate his time and expertise to designing, testing, and disseminating evidence-based innovations to support better and more equitable outcomes for college students.