Administrative Officers
The President of the College has executive responsibility for all College operations and for the implementation of the policies and mandates of the Board of Trustees, which is vested with ultimate authority and responsibility for the College.
In addition to the President, there are ten administrative officers of the College. A brief description of their duties follows:
Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs: The Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, hereafter referred to as the Provost, serves as Berea College’s chief academic officer, providing leadership across all areas that shape the academic and student experience. This includes oversight of academic advising, curriculum, faculty development, student success initiatives, and key institutional priorities such as accreditation, Title IX, and inclusive excellence. From the Farm to the Library, from Athletics to Undergraduate Research, the Provost supports a holistic academic mission that integrates learning, teaching, equity, and innovation across campus.
Dean of Faculty Development: The Dean of Faculty Development plays a key role in supporting and strengthening the faculty experience. This position oversees academic advising, the Center for Teaching & Learning, undergraduate research, and the College’s ombuds structure. The dean also provides guidance on faculty policies and processes—such as sabbaticals—and chairs the Institutional Review Board (IRB). In addition, the role includes coordinating Launch Week and serving as a central point of contact for faculty support and development.
Vice President for Operations and Sustainability: The Vice President for Operations and Sustainability is responsible for the planning, budgeting, and oversight for the College’s businesses, auxiliaries, and administrative functions and for developing and executing the College’s sustainability strategies and programs (not including academic programs).
Vice President for Finance: As chief financial officer, is responsible for maintaining all financial records of the College and has authority to establish the methods by which such records shall be kept. Is responsible for the current collection and disbursement of all monies and shall act as custodian for all funds, stocks, and securities, and all other evidences of intangible property of the College.
Vice President for Student Life: Has charge of student affairs. Oversees Public Safety; plans and administers extracurricular programs and services for students; and oversees student residences and programs located in the halls, as well as Counseling Services and student health services outsourced to White House Clinic.
Vice President for Alumni, Communications and Philanthropy: Has charge of securing adequate funds for the operation of the College, of disseminating information about the College; and of expanding the circle of friends who are concerned with the welfare and development of the College.
Dean of Community and Commitments: The Dean of Community and Commitments fosters an inclusive academic environment rooted in the College’s mission and values. This role oversees key academic centers—such as the bell hooks center, CELTS, Carter G. Woodson Center, CIE, and LJAC—and leads initiatives like the Association for Teaching Black History in Kentucky. The dean also coordinates the Liberal Arts Diversity Officers, guides campus climate efforts, and provides leadership on Title IX, ensuring that equity, belonging, and community engagement remain central to the academic experience.
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO): Leads high-impact initiatives that align Berea’s mission with student success, regional investment, and institutional strategy. Reporting to the President, the CSO oversees a range of programs including the MACP Relationship, Strategic Initiatives, and the Student Success Collaborative, as well as areas such as Admissions, Financial Aid, Disability and Accessibility Services, Grow Appalachia, and the Appalachian Fund. This work strengthens Berea’s commitment to access, opportunity, and transformative outcomes for students and communities.
Chief Information Officer (CIO): Oversees Information Technology (IT) and works collaboratively with the Administrative Committee to provide Information Technology services for all divisions with special attention to the needs for Educational Technology support within the academic program.
Dean of Labor: Provides leadership and oversight of the Student Labor Program and Student Payments and works collaboratively with all divisions to ensure Labor Program policies and procedures are aligned with the College's commitments, learning goals, workplace expectations, and federal regulations.