OA FALL 2024 MAGAZINE

President Randolph speaks to a parent as she enters the gates during Move-In Day. Below: The SMWC Enrollment Team from the Offices of Admissions and Financial Aid, as well as President Randolph, prior to The Avenue

welcome on Move-In Day.

sports, including men’s basketball, men’s volleyball, women’s and men’s track and field and sprint football. The combination of academic additions and athletic expansion increased enrollment and diversity. Randolph shared a comparison, “In 2015, the campus program totaled 297; for 2024, it is 623.” During the introductory press conference in August, Board Chair Shelton gave the attendees some insight into Randolph. She described three of his qualities that she believes are vital that he brings to his new role. “Brennan is a man who is humble, and his humility is so evident. He makes decisions through the lens of the students first, always. He is transparent and honest. And, he is a man guided with a deep faith that is very natural for him.” President Randolph remarked to the crowded room, “When you have the right recipe, our students become alums that enter the world to have great success. We work

hard every day to strengthen this institution for you. I am committed to this responsibility, and speaking for faculty and staff, we are all committed to this responsibility.” President Randolph sees a bright future for SMWC in the years ahead. “Students want to be here. We have excellent academic programs and competitive athletic programs. We have a college culture with a family-like atmosphere that embraces students and continues to add to the wrap-around services provided to students, such as our Student Success Center and the Student Counseling and Wellness Center.” His vision for the future includes additional academic programs that fit with the College’s mission and values and meet the needs of today’s students. He also sees opportunities for innovation with Woods Online, the College’s online program that celebrated its 50-year milestone in October 2023. He continues to seek additional

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