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Dr. Richard (Chip) Thomas II
🔸 Driving Student Success as an Executive Director 🔸 | 25+ Years of Leadership in Enrollment, Student Services, and Strategic Planning
Dr. Richard (Chip) Thomas II, with over 35 years of experience in higher education, is dedicated to transforming student experiences and driving enrollment success. His expertise includes enrollment management, student engagement, strategic planning, and leadership development, evident in his pivotal roles from Assistant Dean to Director, shaping state-of-the-art Student Affairs programs.
Dr. Thomas is passionate about fostering holistic student growth and achievement by creating dynamic, inclusive, and success-driven academic environments. He focuses on designing strategic pathways to enhance student success, support underrepresented populations, and build 'living-learning' environments.
Throughout his career, Dr. Thomas has excelled in developing recruitment plans aligned with institutional goals, crafting career and academic pathways, and leading community partnerships for workforce development. He emphasizes innovative strategies, robust staff training, and collaboration with academic affairs to optimize enrollment trends and student support initiatives.
Armed with an Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership, Dr. Thomas's research on homeschooled students' perceptions of college success enriches his insights into student learning experiences. He envisions creating impactful, student-centered environments that empower students to thrive and excel academically, fostering growth, inclusion, and achievement.
Having studied at institutions like Azusa Pacific University and Colorado State University, Dr. Thomas has held various leadership positions, including Assistant Dean of Advising & Career Services at Colorado Mountain College and Director of Student Life and Housing at California State University, Monterey Bay. His contributions to organizations like the Associate of Intermountain Housing Officers and the Association of Intermountain Housing Officers reflect his commitment to student success and community building.
Dr. Thomas's professional journey, fueled by a profound mission to drive student success and create inclusive academic settings, showcases his dedication to transforming student experiences and enhancing enrollment outcomes in higher education.
