In January 2024, Farmingdale State College (FSC) welcomed Rohan Howell as its inaugural vice president for enrollment management following a national search. As a member of the President’s Cabinet, Howell is charged with redefining enrollment management at FSC.
Howell provides strategic direction for the development and implementation of data-informed strategic enrollment plans, reflecting higher education trends and campus goals, with particular focus on market analysis and positioning. He has ambitious plans to optimize recruitment efforts through targeted outreach, leveraging technology for streamlined processes to deliver the highest level of customer service at every stage in the admissions funnel.
With oversight of the Offices of Admissions, Financial Aid, Transfer Services, and International Education and Programs, Howell aims to foster a culture of collaboration and unity within the division of enrollment management, drawing on the strengths of FSC’s established teams. He will implement initiatives that are aligned with the FSC mission and Eight for ’28 strategic plan. Enrollment and retention go hand in hand, so Howell will work closely with the Provost’s Office to help shape and support student retention while growing enrollment. He will also identify opportunities to build enrollment in new and low-enrolled programs, while bolstering FSC’s strong existing programs.
“FSC has long been a leader in student enrollment in the State University of New York (SUNY) system. Rohan will work to further enhance our growth in enrollment, collaborating with campus departments to recruit new student populations from Long Island and across New York State,” said FSC President John S. Nader, PhD. “I am confident his thoughtful and innovative approach will raise FSC’s profile among diverse student populations and new markets. We are excited to have him on board.”
Howell brings a wealth of experience as a proven leader in enrollment strategies at public and private institutions, including several in the SUNY system. He most recently served as dean of admissions at SUNY Maritime College beginning in 2016. In this role he was responsible for developing and implementing their enrollment plan, overseeing undergraduate and graduate admissions, scholarships, and programs that expand access to higher education for students from diverse and underserved backgrounds.
His earlier experience includes appointments as director of undergraduate admissions at William Paterson University; director of admissions, recruitment, and retention at SUNY Orange; and senior associate director of admissions at Montclair State University. He served as acting dean of admissions and assistant dean of admissions at Stony Brook Southampton, where he launched the Office of Undergraduate Admissions from inception, promoting the new Southampton campus and its unique programs.
Howell received an MBA in general management, a BS in airway science management, and a Post-Master’s Certificate in total quality management, all from Dowling College.
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