RNL Announces Inaugural AI Leadership Council


RNL's AI Leadership Council brings together a diverse range of higher education leaders to shape the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in the industry.

September 5, 2024—Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL), a leading provider of higher education enrollment management, student success, fundraising, and AI solutions, is proud to announce the formation of its AI Leadership Council. This prestigious group brings together a diverse range of higher education leaders to shape the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in the industry.    

The AI Leadership Council will serve as a collaborative forum for university executives to discuss emerging AI trends, explore innovative applications, and address the challenges and opportunities presented by this transformative technology. Members will have the opportunity to directly influence RNL’s AI solutions and help institutions nationwide harness the power of AI to enhance student experiences, improve operational efficiency, and achieve their strategic goals. 

“We are thrilled to welcome this exceptional group of higher education leaders to our AI Leadership Council,” said Dr. Stephen Drew, Chief Operating Officer at RNL. “Their expertise and insights will be invaluable as we work together to unlock the full potential of AI to benefit students, faculty, and institutions.” 

The inaugural members of RNL’s AI Leadership Council include: 

  • Dr. Cherise Peters: Vice President for Enrollment and Retention, Clark Atlanta University
  • Dr. Christina Robinson: Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, Central Connecticut State University
  • Dr. Dan Garcia: Vice President of Enrollment Management, University of New Mexico
  • David Barron: Vice President of Enrollment Management, University of Texas at Tyler
  • David Kirschner: Associate Dean of Admissions, Financial Aid, and Innovation, University of Southern California Gould School of Law
  • Dr. Faruk Taban: President, North American University
  • Dr. James Ammons: Chancellor, Southern University at New Orleans
  • Dr. James Steen: Vice President of Enrollment Management & Marketing, Houston Christian University
  • Dr. Jason Woods: Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management, St. Cloud State University
  • Dr. Joseph Miller: Vice President Enrollment Management and Marketing, Winthrop University
  • Kylon Alford-Windfield: Vice President for Enrollment Management, Jackson State University
  • Natalie Knox: Director of Academic Support Services, Albany State University
  • Nancy Rewis: Vice President of Marketing & Communications, Berry College
  • Dr. Ralitsa Akins: Vice Provost, University of West Georgia
  • Dr. Scott Verzyl: Vice President for Enrollment Management and Dean for Undergraduate Admissions, University of South Carolina Columbia
  • Dr. Shonda Gibson: Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Chief Transformation Officer
  • Ramon Stuart: President, West Virginia University Institute of Technology

About Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL) 

Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL) is a leading provider of higher education enrollment management, student success, fundraising solutions, and AI solutions. RNL’s solutions bring together technology, analytics, strategic expertise, and omnichannel communications and give thousands of institutions everything they need to reach their goals—from marketing and recruiting students to engaging donors. For decades, colleges and nonprofit organizations have turned to RNL to enroll the students they want, help more students graduate and succeed, and build lifelong relationships with donors. RNL’s financial aid solutions have helped institutions manage $3.5B in financial aid. Â