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Dr. Karleen Howard is the Vice President of Enrollment Management at Unity Environmental University at Pineland.

Throughout her distinguished career, she has been a trailblazer in academic administration with a primary focus on enrollment management, financial aid, recruitment, retention, and marketing. Dr. Howard is deeply committed to empowering students to achieve their educational aspirations and has a strong track record of leveraging technology to enhance student enrollment and retention.

Prior to her current role, Dr. Howard held several key leadership positions in enrollment management. As Vice President of Enrollment Management at Somerset Community College in Kentucky, she orchestrated transformative initiatives that significantly boosted student enrollment and diversified the student body. Her strategic oversight and implementation of innovative recruitment and retention strategies were instrumental in enhancing the college’s academic profile and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Previously, at Spring Hill College in Alabama, Dr. Howard served as the Executive Director of Enrollment Management and Director of Financial Aid, where she led comprehensive efforts to streamline financial aid processes and optimize veteran affairs services. Her proactive approach to student outreach and engagement contributed to notable increases in student enrollment and ensured equitable access to educational opportunities.

Dr. Howard’s expertise extends beyond traditional enrollment management practices. She has consistently demonstrated a keen understanding of market dynamics and consumer behavior, leveraging her MBA in Marketing from St. Leo University to develop impactful marketing campaigns that resonate with diverse student populations. Her multifaceted background in business administration and educational leadership underscores her holistic approach to driving institutional growth and student success.

With a doctoral degree in Executive Leadership from Wingate University, Dr. Howard embodies a commitment to continuous improvement and strategic innovation in higher education administration. Her unwavering dedication to student-centered initiatives and technological advancement continues to shape the landscape of enrollment management in academia.