After an exhaustive national search, Abilene Christian University has named Dr. Jean-Noel Thompson as vice president and dean for student life. Thompson currently serves as the vice president of student life and learning and dean of students at Grove City College in Grove City, Penn. "Jean-Noel comes to us with impressive credentials and experience," said Dr. Royce Money, ACU president. "Most importantly, he is a deeply spiritual Christian man and a faithful servant of the Lord, being active in congregations wherever he and his family have lived."
Thompson will step into this newly formed position July 1. His duties will include providing leadership for the Campus Life division. Thompson will work closely with many areas, including Student Organizations, Judicial Affairs, Volunteer and Service Learning Center, Campus Center, Residence Life Education and Housing, Leadership Development, Multicultural Enrichment, Counseling and Medical Service, Police and Public Safety and Spiritual Life.
Since entering higher education, Thompson has served in variety of roles including vice president of student life at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix and earlier at Colorado State University.
Thompson earned a bachelor's degree in organizational communication from Arizona State University, a master's degree in student affairs in higher education from Colorado State University and a doctorate in higher education and student affairs from Indiana University.
"I know that Jean-Noel will be a valuable asset in our leadership team in a critical area of student life," said Money.
Thompson and his wife, Tonya, have four daughters. They are active members at Hermitage Church of Christ in Hermitage, Penn.
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