June 3rd 2024.
Winston-Salem State University has reached a significant milestone in its history by appointing Bonita Brown as its 14th chancellor. This is a groundbreaking moment as Brown becomes the first woman to hold this prestigious position at the institution.
After a thorough and extensive search, Brown was elected by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors, following her nomination by the University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans. According to WSSU, she will officially assume her new role on July 1.
As she reflects on her groundbreaking appointment, Brown, who previously served as WSSU's assistant attorney, is determined to be a role model and source of inspiration for others. Drawing from her experiences at other universities, she stated, "I always say female leadership is a little bit different from male leadership. So we'll see how that plays out in the course of my journey here," as reported by WXII 12.
Out of a pool of 50 candidates and several rounds of interviews, Brown, a North Carolina native, was chosen for her strong commitment to higher education in the state and her dedication to giving back to the community. In the upcoming weeks, she plans to take the time to understand the specific challenges faced by the university and the surrounding community before implementing her strategic vision.
"There are many challenges ahead," acknowledged the new chancellor. "For Winston-Salem State, we need to establish our foundation, ensure our financial stability, offer relevant degree programs, and equip our students with the skills and tools they need to become leaders and entrepreneurs."
For a more in-depth look at Chancellor-Elect Brown's vision and goals, you can watch the full video "In Her Own Words" on WSSU's website.
Brown is following in the footsteps of her predecessors, former chancellor Elwood Robinson, who retired in June 2023, and WSSU provost Anthony Graham, who has been serving as interim chancellor. Before her appointment at WSSU, Brown served as the Interim President of Northern Kentucky University. During her time there, she successfully navigated a leadership transition and addressed university issues related to finances and enrollment. As the university's former Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, she implemented the "Success by Design" plan, resulting in a significant increase in retention and persistence rates.
Under Brown's leadership, the WSSU community can expect to see positive changes and continued progress in the university's mission to provide a high-quality education and make a meaningful impact on the surrounding community.
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