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JERSEY CITY, N.J. | Jonelle Knox, Ed.D, an academic and student affairs leader with more than 20 years of higher education, corporate, and governmental experience, has been appointed Assistant Provost for Academic Affairs, Student Success, and Retention at   (NJCU) following a national search. Dr. Knox joined NJCU on June 12, 2023.

Donna Adair Breault, Ph.D., Interim Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs, said: “as our university focuses on the future of our institution, we are making a renewed commitment to student success and retention. We must always find solutions and remove barriers to student learning. Jonelle brings a great deal of practical experience in both higher education and in corporate America, and I look forward to his valuable leadership in this critical area.”

Prior to joining NJCU, Dr. Knox served in various academic and student affairs leadership and faculty roles at the College of Staten Island (CSI), Westchester Community College, Medgar Evers College, Moraine Valley Community College, Kennedy-King College, and Bronx Community College.

“The university’s rich history, astonishing faculty and students, strategic direction, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion are just some of the reasons that I am thrilled to be joining �鶹��ý,” said Dr. Knox. “NJCU is an amazing institution that displays a commitment to its mission and the local community."

Prior to working full-time in higher education, Dr. Knox was employed for more than 15 years at various governmental agencies and financial institutions including the Internal Revenue Service, RBC Bank, The State of Maryland, and NovaStar Home Mortgage. His final role in the corporate sector was as Assistant Vice President of Risk Management at LawCash.

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