CNU Appoints New Dean of Students
News Release - January 9, 2008
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(NEWPORT NEWS, Va.) - Christopher Newport University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kevin M. Hughes as its new Dean of Students, effective immediately. Dr. Hughes was selected following a national search from a competitive pool of more than 100 applicants.
“I’m truly honored to have been chosen as the new Dean of Students,” said Dr. Hughes. “CNU is an institution with exceptionally high standards, with a focus on continual growth and improvement, and a commitment to providing a first class educational experience for our students. I look forward to working closely with our students, my academic colleagues and other university administrators as we move to the next level in providing an elite residential liberal arts education that is the hallmark of Christopher Newport University.”
Dr. Hughes initially served CNU as the Coordinator of Judicial Affairs in 2000, and most recently as the Director of the Center for Honor Enrichment and Community Standards (CHECS) for a number of years. He has enjoyed success in student affairs at a number of higher education institutions, including Carnegie Mellon University. In his new role as CNU’s Dean of Students, Dr. Hughes will oversee the educational experience of students outside of the classroom. He will work closely with Directors in Residential Life, Counseling, Student Activities, and CHECS, as well as additional staff in orientation and multicultural affairs to collaboratively provide a meaningful educational and social experience that focuses on student success. He will also focus on the honor development of all CNU students.
Dr. Hughes earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Policy, Planning and Leadership at the College of William and Mary. He also holds a Master of Education in Student Personnel Services from the University of South Carolina, and Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from James Madison University.
Christopher Newport University is a four-year public university in Newport News, Virginia. CNU enrolls 4,800 students in programs through its College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the Joseph W. Luter III College of Business and Leadership and offers great teaching, small classes and an emphasis on leadership, civic engagement and honor. Visit us at www.cnu.edu.