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Prince George’s Community College Names Tyson Beale New Vice President for Student Affairs
LARGO, Md. (July 12, 2021) – Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) announced today the appointment of Dr. Tyson J. Beale as its new Vice President for Student Affairs. Dr. Beale brings nearly 20 years of higher education leadership experience to the role and a proven ability to facilitate remarkable outcomes for students, including individuals from historically underrepresented groups. Dr. Beale assumes his role on August 16.
As Vice President for Student Affairs at Prince George’s Community College, Dr. Beale will report to the president and serve as a key member of the senior team, leading strategies that support and enhance the overall student experience. He will manage the Student Services area, which includes athletics, college life, enrollment, and student development.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Beale into our community as Vice President for Student Affairs,” said Dr. Falecia Williams, Prince George’s Community College president. “These are equally challenging and exciting times in higher education. Dr. Beale is an innovator who knows first-hand what our students are facing as they work to improve their outcomes and contribute to society in meaningful ways. His depth of knowledge and commitment to fostering a culture of care for both students and employees align directly with the College’s strategic vision, and we are excited to see the growth that will no doubt result from his leadership.”
Dr. Beale has served in a wide capacity of leadership roles, most recently as vice president for student services at Coker University in Hartsville, South Carolina. His proven leadership in strategic direction and continuous assessment yielded improved technology integrations, restructured admissions and enrollment processes, and established operational workflows to maximize desired retention and completion goals for diverse student groups.
Prior to his role at Coker University, Dr. Beale served as dean of students at Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) in Alexandria, Virginia. There, he guided successful Pathway integrations, navigated advising technologies, and modeled Achieving the Dream principles to address systemic inequities.
“I am thrilled to join PGCC to build upon the great work expressed by students, faculty, and staff,” said Dr. Beale. “I look forward to advancing the notable traditions that make PGCC paramount to the local community and actualize results to strengthen our position in Prince George’s County and beyond. With enthusiasm, I’m honored to join a dedicated team of learners and scholars in the spirit of holistic student supports.”
A proud first-generation college student, Dr. Beale has also held positions at Fayetteville State University (FSU), Morgan State University (MSU), and Baltimore City Schools. While with FSU, he co-wrote a $1.6 million Career Pathways Initiative grant and realigned divisional assessment instruments. His combined roles contribute to him maintaining a familiarity with Prince George’s County and the surrounding region.
Dr. Beale brings ongoing partnership opportunities and recognition from national organizations in the academy, including the Association for Student Conduct Administration (ASCA), National Association for Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA), NASPA Community College Institute (NASPA-CCI), Southern Association for College Student Affairs (SACSA), and National Student Affairs Professionals (NASAP).
He holds Title IX and mediation certifications through the Association for Title IX Administrators (ATIXA) and Institutional Compliance Solutions (ICS). Dr. Beale’s recent awards and honors include: TRIO Student Support Services Speaker Series (2021), NOVA Outstanding Service Award (2020), and NASAP’s Sadie M. Yancey Professional Service Award (2017).
Dr. Beale holds a Doctor of Philosophy in higher education administration from Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland, where he completed a phenomenological study on the “Persistence of African American College Men”; Master of Business Administration from Radford University in Radford, Virginia; and Bachelor of Science in social science with a psychology minor from Radford University.
Fall 2021 classes at Prince George’s Community College begin August 23, with flexible learning options that allow students to pursue a degree or credentials on their terms. Scholarship opportunities are available for first-time and returning students. To learn more or to register, contact enrollmentservices@pgcc.edu.
About Prince George’s Community College
Named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance designated by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security (2015-2020), Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) provides high-quality education and training for the progressive and career-oriented residents of Prince George’s County. From new high school graduates and career seekers to more seasoned professionals and senior citizens looking to enhance their skillsets, PGCC is comprised of students who represent a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and goals. Serving nearly 35,000 individuals annually, the College is the first choice for higher education for residents of Prince George’s County. Collaborative partnerships, responsive degree and training programs, and a commitment to student success enables PGCC to address diverse education and workforce development demands.
For more information, visit the College website at www.pgcc.edu. Prince George’s Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; (267-284-5000); www.msche.org. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation.
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