Frank Shushok Jr. is an American academic administrator who has served as the 12th President of Roanoke College since 2022.[1]

Frank Shushok, Jr.
Shushok in 2022
12th President of Roanoke College
Assumed office
July 1, 2022
Preceded byMichael Maxey
Vice President for Student Affairs at Virginia Tech
Succeeded byFrances Keene
Personal details
BornTexas, US
Children3
EducationBaylor University
Ohio State University
University of Maryland, College Park

Career

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Since joining Roanoke College, President Shushok has formed a Division of Student Success responsible for creating an integrated and inclusive student experience on campus. The division's portfolio includes student wellness, academic supports, career-readiness programs and more.[2]

In 2023, he signed an admissions partnership agreement with Virginia Western Community College.[3]

Honors and awards

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In 2022, Shushok was inducted into the Aspen Institute's first cohort of Senior Index Impact Fellows.[4]

Personal life and education

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Frank grew up in McKinney, Texas and struggled with learning challenges from elementary through high school. He had a few teachers who believed in him and inspired him to go to college.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Frank Shushok Jr., Ph.D., appointed 12th President of Roanoke College". roanoke.edu. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
  2. ^ "Roanoke College appoints Brian D. Reed as vice president for student success and the Roanoke experience". roanoke.edu. Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  3. ^ Rowan, Lisa (2023-09-06). "New program will aid transition for students transferring from Virginia Western Community College to Roanoke College". Cardinal News. Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  4. ^ "Roanoke president named Senior Aspen Index Impact Fellow". www.roanoke.edu. Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  5. ^ Walker, Randy (2022-06-28). "From grade-school struggle to college president". Cardinal News. Retrieved 2024-09-19.