Dr. DeOnte T. Brown is a higher education leader with more than 15 years of experience spanning student support services, academic affairs, and enrollment management. He currently serves as Assistant Dean and Director of the Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement (CARE) at Florida State University (FSU), where he leads comprehensive support initiatives for students who are first-generation, from limited income families or under resourced educational environments. In this role, Dr. Brown helps shape institutional strategy through his leadership in both the Division of Undergraduate Studies and the Division of Student Affairs. Prior to returning to Florida State, he was engaged in similar work at Clemson University to also include orientation and family programs.
He is an active contributor to professional associations such as NASPA and NACADA. He has been recognized nationally with the Outstanding First-Year Student Advocate Award and a NASPA Excellence Award for his programmatic leadership. Beyond professional association engagement, Dr. Brown has published works related to student success and student support practices.
He earned his Ph.D. in Learning Sciences from Clemson University, where his research explored how students’ personal, behavioral, and environmental factors shape academic and career trajectories. He also holds a Master of Education from Florida A&M University and a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from the University of Central Florida.
Christian Winnewisser brings over a decade of experience in higher education leadership, with a focus on academic records, student services, and institutional compliance. As Registrar at the Colleges of Law, he also serves as the School Certifying Official for the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Accommodations Coordinator, ensuring equitable access and support for a diverse student body.
Christian plays a central role in enrollment forecasting, applying data-informed strategies to support institutional planning and resource allocation. His insights guide cross-departmental decision-making, aligning enrollment trends with academic scheduling, staffing, and student services. He holds a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership and Change, which informs his collaborative and strategic approach to policy development, process improvement, and student-centered service delivery. Committed to operational excellence, equity, and innovation, Christian works closely with faculty, administrators, and external stakeholders to enhance student outcomes and institutional effectiveness.
An active member of ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥, he values the opportunity to engage with colleagues across the field, exchange best practices, and stay ahead of emerging trends and challenges in higher education.
With over 20 years of experience in Higher Education, Jennifer Van Dyk has built a career grounded in a deep passion for student success and learning. Serving at a four-year public state institution in New Jersey, she began her journey in Student Affairs within Residential Student Services. She developed a strong foundation in student engagement and campus life.
Her path led to Academic Affairs in a Dean's Office and now to the Registrar's Office where she oversees class scheduling and registration, ensuring students have the access and structure they need to succeed. In addition to administrative leadership, she has taught various Reading and Freshman Seminar courses, bringing her passion for learning directly into the classroom. These experiences have shaped a holistic understanding of the student experience, both inside and outside the classroom.
Driven by a belief in education's power to transform lives, Jennifer uses her background to advocate for student needs, removing barriers, and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Fisher is the Director of Enrolment Planning and International Admissions at Centennial College in Toronto, Canada. With over two decades of experience in Canadian postsecondary education, he leads college-wide enrolment optimization and international admissions strategy. Recognized for advancing data-informed SEM practices, AI-driven projection modelling, and institutional collaboration, Fisher has launched strategic frameworks and student-centered innovations. He is an active contributor to national SEM communities and initiatives.
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My name is Nicole Wilson, and I have dedicated the past 20 years to serving in various roles within higher education. Currently, I serve as the Registrar, where I am responsible for upholding the integrity of the university and ensuring full compliance with our accrediting agency's standards.
Morgan A. Jackson is the Assistant University Registrar for Transfer Credit at the University of Alabama. With more than a decade of experience in higher education, she has also served as the Student Services Staff Trainer at Troy University, Student Services Advisor and Coordinator at Troy University, and adjunct instructor for Shelton State Community College, Troy University at Troy, and Troy University at Montgomery. Morgan currently serves as the 2024-2026 Executive Committee Secretary for The Southern Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (SACRAO). She is also the Executive Vice President for Professional Development with Alabama Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (ALACRAO).
Emily Gallagher earned her B.A. in Political Science from SUNY Cortland in 2024, completing her degree in three years while actively engaging in student leadership and policy research. She is a Student Services Assistant in the College of Human Ecology at Cornell University, where she supports academic record keeping, registration, and policy implementation.
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I began my career in higher education in 2006 and have held various roles in registrar and student services at Liberty University, Penn State, and the University of Pittsburgh. Currently, I serve as Associate University Registrar, where I oversee registration, transfer credit support, and shared services that are critical to the student experience.
Elias DuBose has worked in Student Services at Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) for half a decade, splitting his time between the Admissions and Financial Aid offices. A graduate of Morgan State University, Elias has found his calling in uplifting communities all over the world through education.
Will Lipske is the Associate University Registrar for Academic Services at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Will is responsible for the oversight and strategic direction of the curricular services, course catalog, academic programs management, athletic academic eligibility, data/reporting, and degree audit portfolio within the Office of the Registrar. Prior to his tenure in the Office of the Registrar, Will worked as an advisor, curricular representative, and instructor also at UW-Madison. Will was the first in his family to earn a college degree, earning his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from UW-Madison, studying at the Universidad de Guanajuato (Mexico) as part of his program. Will is always eager to travel, play board games, and spend time outdoors with friends.
Dr. Wendy Lin-Cook is Vice President of Enrollment Management at the Montclair State University in Montclair, New Jersey. Accomplished strategic enrollment executive with over 20 years of proven success in surpassing enrollment and student retention targets at diverse higher education institutions, including community colleges, R1 universities, and state colleges. Expertise in leveraging big data analytics and advanced quantitative modeling to drive strategic development across the entire student lifecycle, encompassing freshmen, transfer, online, undergraduate, graduate, international, and adult education. Experienced in digital transformation and business process engineering, successfully establishing and enhancing new university departments to improve both enrollment and retention outcomes.
Dr. Vicki Walker is a seasoned higher education administrator with over two decades of experience in student financial aid and registration services. Currently, she serves as the Associate Director of Financial Aid & Registration at the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) at Arkansas State University, a position she has held since the campus's inception in 2016. In this role, Dr. Walker has been instrumental in guiding medical students through the complexities of financial aid and registration processes, ensuring compliance with federal and institutional policies, and assisting students in navigating scholarship opportunities. In 2018, Dr. Walker served as President of the Arkansas Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (AASFAA), demonstrating her commitment to leadership and excellence in the financial aid profession across the state. Her tenure was marked by efforts to expand professional development opportunities and strengthen collaboration among institutions. In 2025, she was honored to be selected as a Private Delegate for AASFAA, further underscoring her dedication to the advancement of student financial aid administration in Arkansas. Dr. Walker holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) and is widely respected for her integrity, compassion, and unwavering dedication to student success.
I have worked in higher education for over twenty years, starting as an academic advisor at the University of Colorado at Boulder. I have served in several different roles in the Registrar's Office at Georgetown University, Kansas State University, and most recently as Deputy University Registrar at the University of Chicago.
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