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Dr. Glenell M. Lee-Pruitt

President Jarvis Christian University (Texas)

On this week’s iBuild America Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Glenell M. Lee-Pruitt, President of Jarvis Christian University.

From increasing enrollment to launching adult learning and graduate programs, Dr. Lee-Pruitt shares how she’s modernizing HBCU education while honoring legacy.

Jarvis Christian University Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Glenell M. Lee-Pruitt as the university’s 13th president, effective July 1, 2023. She succeeds Dr. Lester C. Newman, who served as the JCU President for 11 years.

Dr. Lee-Pruitt brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the university, including higher education administration and academic affairs, having served as second in command and as a member of the executive cabinet since August 2012 as the provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at Jarvis. She has been instrumental in increasing student enrollment, increasing articulation agreements, and establishing the Renaissance Program for Adult Learners on the JCU campus and the JCU Dallas Teaching Site. She has also provided leadership in enhancing academic program offerings, which include online degree completion programs and two online graduate programs.

Previously, she served at Mississippi Valley State University as dean of University College and First Year Experience, director of Community/Service Learning, director of the Renaissance Learning Adult Education Program, and tenured professor in the Department of Social Work.

About Jarvis Christian University:

Our Mission: Jarvis Christian University is a historically Black institution, affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), offering degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, and master’s levels. The mission of the University is to prepare a diverse population of lifelong learners intellectually, socially, spiritually, and personally through providing interactive services and using varied modalities of instructional delivery.

Our Commitment to You: Whether you are a prospective student, a current student, a parent, an alumnus, or a friend of the university, we are dedicated to your success. Our faculty and staff are here to support you, providing the tools, resources, and guidance needed to help you achieve your goals. At Jarvis Christian University, you will find a dynamic and engaging learning environment where your aspirations are valued and your potential is recognized.

Looking Ahead: As we look to the future, we remain committed to advancing our university’s mission and enhancing the educational experience for all our students.

We continue to invest in innovative programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities that prepare our graduates to excel in an ever-changing world.

LinkedIn Profile: Dr. Glenell Lee-Pruitt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenell-m-lee-565805284/

Website: Jarvis Christian University: https://www.jarvis.edu/